With world energy needs, rising oil prices and the impact of fossil fuels on the environment on many minds, the controversial use of nuclear energy presents solutions and hazards.

On Monday, the Corvallis City Club will present a discussion about the latest advances in nuclear technology including power-plant design, waste disposal, security enhancements and the job market for nuclear scientists.

The talk will feature José N. Reyes Jr., professor and head of Oregon State University’s nuclear engineering and radiation health physics department.

The City Club will meet at 11:45 a.m. Monday at the First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave.

City Club hosts monthly lunchtime and quarterly evening meetings. Members receive free admission to all events. Memberships range from $50 with a five-hour volunteer commitment to $100 without the volunteer hours. People under age 30 can join for $25 with no volunteer requirement. Non-members must pay a $5 admission fee.

For details and a schedule of more upcoming discussions, go to the City Club website, www.cityclubofcorvallis.org.