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NFM stands for "Nuclear Fuel Management." It is a specialized field within the nuclear energy industry that focuses on the planning, optimization, and safe handling of nuclear fuel throughout its lifecycle, from initial fabrication to final disposal. Nuclear fuel management encompasses a wide range of activities and processes, including fuel design and development, reactor fuel loading and unloading, fuel performance analysis, spent fuel storage and reprocessing, and radioactive waste management. The primary goal of NFM is to ensure the efficient and reliable operation of nuclear power plants while minimizing the environmental impact and risk of nuclear proliferation. NFM professionals work closely with reactor operators, fuel suppliers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to develop and implement strategies for fuel cycle optimization, fuel utilization, and waste minimization, taking into account factors such as reactor design, fuel burnup, neutron economy, radiation exposure, and economic considerations. NFM also plays a crucial role in supporting the development of advanced nuclear technologies, such as advanced reactor designs, fuel cycle innovations, and next-generation fuel materials, aimed at enhancing safety, sustainability, and efficiency in nuclear energy production. As the global demand for clean and reliable energy continues to grow, NFM will remain an essential discipline for ensuring the safe and responsible management of nuclear fuel resources and supporting the continued expansion and viability of nuclear power as a low-carbon energy source for the future.