International EASI-SMR Workshop on Thermal-Hydraulic Scaling for Small Modular Reactor Safety Demonstration: Call for Applications

From 16 to 19 December 2025, the international EASI-SMR workshop on thermal-hydraulic scaling for small modular reactor (SMR) safety demonstration will take place in Bologna and Piacenza, Italy.

The event will bring together leading experts from Europe, the USA, Japan, and South Korea.

Over the course of three days, participants will:

• explore thermal-hydraulic phenomena characteristic of small modular reactors;

• review methodologies, limitations, and advanced approaches in scaling techniques;

• study international case studies (USA, Europe, Japan, South Korea);

• take part in panel discussions on scaling from experiments to reactor design, as well as on managing uncertainties and modeling codes.

The workshop will conclude with a technical visit to SIET facilities in Piacenza, providing hands-on insights.

This interactive program is designed to provide participants with the latest knowledge to support safety demonstration and licensing of small modular reactors.

Funding for students and young professionals is available through the #ENEN2plus project.

Students and young professionals (≤10 years of experience) in the nuclear field may apply for mobility grants to cover travel and accommodation expenses.

The number of grants is limited — up to 15.

How to apply?

1.Visit the ENEN2plus Mobility Portal

2. Select “Individual application to Group Event”

3. In the menu, choose: “EASI-SMR - International Workshop on Thermal-Hydraulic Scaling for SMR Safety Demonstration 2025”

Application deadline: 30 September 2025