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How Are Universal Ionizing Radiation Symbols Used Around the World?

The ionizing radiation symbol, featuring three curved blades emanating from a central point, has been used since 1946 to warn workers, scientists and the public of the presence of radioactive material. Since then, the distinctive trefoil has become an ... Continue reading

The IAEA’s Commitment to Transforming Lives through Inclusive Education

An IAEA initiative in Malaysia is seeking to create greater inclusivity in science, technology, engineering and maths education with the support of a regional IAEA technical cooperation project on Strengthening Nuclear Science and Technology Education... Continue reading

IAEA Mission Says Belgium Committed to the Safe Management of Radioactive Waste and Spent Fuel, Encourages Further Development of National Waste Policies

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts found that Belgium demonstrates commitment to the safe management of its radioactive waste and spent fuel, while also noting opportunities to enhance the national policies and arrangements fo... Continue reading

Update 202 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine

Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has been re-connected to its only remaining back-up power line after it was suddenly lost two weeks ago, but the site’s overall supply of off-site electricity remains fragile and vulnerable to further d... Continue reading

Symposium on International Safeguards Report: Insights to Enhance Global Nuclear Verification

A new report, drawing on insights from past and present international nuclear safeguards, highlights milestones in IAEA safeguards, details ideas for action and showcases voices of the future to help strengthen nuclear verification worldwide. Continue reading

IAEA Director General Visit Highlights Saudi Arabia’s Dynamic Nuclear Power Preparations

IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi travelled to Saudi Arabia to meet with Minister of Energy Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud on Wednesday. Relations between the IAEA and the Kingdom are growing stronger as preparations for Saudi Arabia’s nuclear ... Continue reading

Nuclear Energy Makes History as Final COP28 Agreement Calls for Faster Deployment

Nuclear energy made history today as the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) wrapped up in the United Arab Emirates city of Dubai. Continue reading

New IAEA-KISR Ocean Health Project to Help Fill Gaps in Ocean Data

The climate crisis has led to growing concern about the effects of a warmer and more acidic ocean on marine life and the people who depend on it. A new project launched on the margins of COP28 by the IAEA and the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Researc... Continue reading