An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts said Moldova is committed to strengthening its regulatory framework for radiation safety. The team also noted areas for further enhancement, including strengthening regulatory independence. Continue reading →

The IAEA has released its annual edition of the Country Nuclear Power Profiles (CNPP), a major resource on the status and development of nuclear power programmes around the world. Continue reading →

One in three people worldwide suffer from some form of malnutrition, such as obesity, undernutrition or nutrient deficiencies, and in many cases, people suffer from more than one form. Continue reading →

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts has concluded an eight-day mission to the Republic of the Philippines to review its development of infrastructure for nuclear power. The Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review (INIR), which... Continue reading →

Authorities and those using radioactive sources – such as staff at hospitals, industries and research institutions – also must collaborate so that the material is protected, and quickly detected if it is lost, stolen or otherwise missing. Continue reading →

The world’s supply of uranium is more than adequate to meet projected requirements for the foreseeable future, regardless of the role that nuclear energy ultimately plays in meeting future electricity demand and global climate objectives. However, sign... Continue reading →

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) this week launched a database aimed at helping countries devise better health policies to combat a growing obesity epidemic worldwide. Continue reading →

Sick animals can threaten the health of people. Diseases such as avian influenza, Ebola and rabies are becoming more frequent. But nuclear-derived techniques can detect the virus in 24 hours allowing farmers to isolate and treat infected animals quickly. Continue reading →