Research reactors can be used for a variety of purposes, from training nuclear engineers and conducting scientific research, to producing radioisotopes and developing advanced materials. Continue reading →

For young women considering a career in nuclear science and technology, Laura McManniman has simple advice: “Don’t doubt yourself.” Continue reading →

In what is expected to be a major boost to Argentina’s niche fruit exports, areas growing cherries and other stone and pome fruits have been recognized as fruit fly free by China, enabling exports to the world’s largest fresh food market. Continue reading →

With IAEA support, experts in Panama have learned how to leverage radiation technologies to model the movement of sediments in the Panama Canal as well as in nearby lakes. Continue reading →

IAEA inspectors from the Agency’s headquarters in Vienna, Austria collect samples containing dust particles at nuclear facilities and other locations, using a process known as environmental sampling. Continue reading →

The IAEA is launching a series of interactive webinars to strengthen the development and implementation of effective training and qualification programmes for nuclear facility personnel. The first webinar, on 9 June 2020, will provide a overview of thi... Continue reading →

Like nuclear power plants, fuel cycle facilities such as fuel fabrication plants, reprocessing facilities and storage sites deal with nuclear material and their operations need to confirm to the highest international safety standards without unduly lim... Continue reading →

Salinization – the increasing amount of salt content in soil – contributes to land degradation, desertification and subsequently food insecurity. Continue reading →