We’re All Nuclear

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Join Dr. Ciara Sivels, a nuclear engineer at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab, who studies the properties of atoms to solve complex problems. Learn about the diverse applications of nuclear engineering and gain a greater understanding of the benefits this field offers all of us.

X-STEM All Access is an entertaining, educational, and interactive online STEM experience for 6-12th graders. Through a series of online episodes, students will get an inside look into the exciting careers and inspiring personal journeys of diverse STEM role models through a lively Q&A session with a fellow STEM professional. The 30-minute max episodes premiere throughout the school year and are available on-demand to fit in your schedule.

Learn more and sign up to get updates about new episodes at https://usasciencefestival.org/xsaa/

00:00 Introduction
02:00 What Does a Nuclear Engineer Do?
03:22 Research Dr. Sivers does at the Applied Physics Lab
05:34 How Work Being Done by Dr. Sivers and Other Nuclear Engineers Impacts Our Lives
06:28 Common Misconceptions About Nuclear Engineering
07:58 Essential Skills For Aspiring Nuclear Engineers
09:10 Nuclear Engineers' Contribution to Clean Energy
10:43 Advice for Students Interested in Pursuing Nuclear Engineering as a Career
11:58 Innovative Applications of Nuclear Technology