Essay Contest on the Beneficial Applications of Nuclear Science and Technology—A Recipe for Success

摘要

The essay contest on the beneficial applications of nuclearscience and technology helps promote nuclear energy,science, writing skills, and independent investigation ofknowledge. It has been an ideal education outreachinitiative, requiring a relatively low investment of timeand money, and generating a strong positive impact. It isa project that can be carried out by any local chapter ofthe CNS or ANS, and the experience of the CNS-CRB isa recipe for success. A larger investment of time andmoney for advertising and promotion will ensure goodparticipation. We will continue with the essay contest in006, and we strongly encourage other chapters of theCNS and the ANS to initiate similar essay contests intheir local area.