AI4Nuclear Workshop: Side event to the 52nd GIF Experts Group and 58th GIF Policy Group Meetings (EG/PG)
The AI4Nuclear Workshop, held on October 18, 2024, in London, UK, at the House of Lords, served as an insightful side event following the Generation IV International Forum (GIF) EG/PG 2024 Fall Meeting. This gathering brought together experts, regulators, and industry leaders to discuss the role of artificial intelligence in advancing the nuclear sector. Set in the historic Cholmondeley Room and Terrace, the workshop offered a unique forum to explore AI's integration, regulatory challenges, and collaboration for innovation.
The day featured key presentations, including:
- "AI4Nuclear: Developing a Roadmap for AI in the Nuclear Sector" by Dr. Mark Bankhead, outlining a roadmap designed to leverage AI within nuclear applications.
- "AI and Regulation: UK and International Developments" by Dr. Florian Ostmann of the Alan Turing Institute, providing an overview of AI policies and the implications of the EU AI Act for the sector
- "Progressing Regulation of AI in the Nuclear Sector" by Andy White and Jake Surman, addressing ONR's research on AI applications in safety and the emerging role of regulatory sandboxing for testing A.
- "Deploying Innovation in Nuclear: Challenges and Opportunities" by David Smeatham of Ennuvo, focusing on overcoming barriers to innovation in a safety-critical environment
Interactive sessions allowed participants to delve into regulatory enablers, collaboration, and managing AI deployment in regulated settings. The event closed with a networking reception, fostering connections and future collaborations to advance AI’s role in nuclear innovation. The presentations shared here capture the core insights and discussions, contributing to the ongoing dialogue on AI’s potential in the nuclear industry.