= Shelter Island Conference
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The Shelter Island Conference, held in 1956, was a significant meeting in the history of the field of nuclear physics and related sciences. Organized by notable scientists, it took place on Shelter Island, New York, and it aimed to discuss scientific and technical aspects of nuclear proliferation and the peaceful uses of atomic energy following World War II. One of the key outcomes of the conference was the establishment of themes around the global impact of nuclear technology, including safety, security, and international cooperation.
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