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August 4, 2025 44 mins

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With an ever-growing population, the world has seen a steady rise in the demand for energy.  There is a renewed interest in nuclear power due to its lower carbon footprint when compared to other technologies.

In this episode we sit down with Esam Hussein to talk about nuclear engineering.  Esam is a retired nuclear engineer and professor who spent time working in both industry and academia.  During his career, Esam published numerous scientific papers and industrial reports.  He authored three books on radiating science and applications and holds six patents.  He recently finished a monograph on advanced fission reactors, to be published by the American Society for Mechanical Engineering.  In this conversation, Esam discusses his experience as a nuclear engineer and he shares his thoughts on the future for nuclear power.  He also offers advice for young people thinking about pursuing a university education.

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