Workshop on Helium-3
Helium-3 is a rare helium isotope with uses in nuclear medicine, ultracold refrigeration, neutron detection, and
potentially, nuclear fusion. He-3 is produced during the decay of tritium; downsizing the nuclear weapons arsenal
led to halting US tritium production in 1988. Since then, reserves of He-3 have been rapidly declining just when
the applications for He-3 have dramatically increased, especially in detecting smuggled fissile materials. Starting
next year it is expected that only 10% of demand will be met.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Center for Science, Technology and Security Policy invites you to participate in a one-day workshop to
gather input from the scientific, industrial and medical communities on how to decrease overall demand for helium-3 (from
conservation and alternative technologies) and increase supply (through exploring foreign supplies/inventories and
recycling). A short report will summarize the results of the workshop.
Date: 11 February 2010
Location: American Association for the Advancement of Science, 1200 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC
Registration Fee: $50
Portions of the workshop will be webcast.
Space is limited; please register early!
Please contact if you have any questions.
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