IMORN-32
32nd International Meeting On Reactor Noise
7th-9th July 2025
Cambridge, UK
We are pleased to announce the 32nd International Meeting on Reactor Noise, IMORN-32. Following the success of IMORN-31 at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands and IMORN-30 at Chalmers University in Sweden, this meeting will be held at the University of Cambridge, UK, from the 7th-9th of July 2025.
Recent advances in hardware and numerical methods have opened new avenues in the study of reactor noise for nuclear plant diagnostics and safety analyses. We welcome attendees to present their work on the theory and application of these techniques. The event is intended to be informal and encourage discussion among participants, as well as welcoming new entrants to the growing field of reactor noise.
The date of this meeting is conveniently timed to follow the OECD-NEA WPRS Benchmarks Workshop held in Cambridge during the preceding week.
Organising Commitee:
Paul Cosgrove, pmc55@cam.ac.uk
Imre Pázsit, imre@chalmers.se
Oszvald Glockler, glockler.oszvald@yahoo.com
Jan-Leen Kloosterman, j.l.kloosterman@tudelft.nl
IMORN-32, Cambrigde, UK
Attendees to the conference are encouraged to submit a title for an oral presentation. The deadline for both registration and submission of a talk is the 1st of June. Some example topics of interest include:
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The theory of neutron noise applied to nuclear reactors and non-proliferation.
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Numerical techniques in neutron noise analysis: noise source modelling, advanced method for numerical calculation of dynamic transfer functions.
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Experimental techniques utilizing reactor noise.
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The use of reactor noise for nuclear reactor diagnostics.
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Industrial applications of reactor noise.
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Data acquisition systems for noise analysis (hardware, software, data transfer, …)
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Built-in plant monitoring systems utilizing noise analysis methods to perform dedicated diagnostic functions
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Statistical data processing techniques with modern signal processing methods.
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Application of AI (e.g. data mining, machine learning and artificial neural network) techniques to elicit process information for anomaly detection, fault diagnosis and reliable prognosis.
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Online monitoring of NPPs and related data processing.
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I&C for monitoring and control of new innovative reactor designs (e.g. various SMR technologies)
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Multiplicity measurement and analysis methods for safeguards.
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Intruder detection with online monitoring.
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Reactor noise analysis supporting condition-based maintenance and outage reduction in NPPs.
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Communicating the advantages of reactor noise analysis to management and decision makers.
Book your place today!
7-9 July, the event will be held at:
The University of Cambridge Department of Engineering
Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1PZ
+44 1223 332600
7 July, the conference dinner will be held at:
Cloister Court, Jesus College
Jesus Lane, Cambridge CB5 8BL
+44 1223 339339
Travel
Travelling to Cambridge
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By air
Stansted is the nearest international airport. There are regular coach services from Cambridge to all London airports, and train services from Stansted to Cambridge.
Please be aware that, from April, EU citizens travelling to the UK need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation:
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By car
When travelling to Cambridge by car, consider the following tips:
Plan Your Route: Use a route planner like the AA's Route Planner for directions and traffic updates.
Parking Options: There are multi-storey and pay-and-display car parks within walking distance of the city centre. The Grand Arcade has a centrally located multi-storey car park.
E-Car Charging: If you have an electric vehicle, there are e-car charging points available in the city.
Public Transport Alternatives: Consider using the guided busway to avoid congestion when entering or leaving the city.
These tips will help ensure a smooth journey to Cambridge.
Please be aware that, from April, EU citizens travelling to the UK need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation:
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By rail
There are frequent train services from London (King’s Cross, 49 mins, and Liverpool Street) and from the North and Midlands. There is a taxi rank at the station.
Please be aware that, from April, EU citizens travelling to the UK need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta
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