Online Reactor Experiment Demonstrates Learning Tools to Boost R&D in Nuclear Science
A live research reactor experiment at the 60th IAEA General Conference demonstrated the effectiveness of an internet-based IAEA learning tool several countries now use to train nuclear engineering and physics students.
General Conference Day 2 Highlights
A summary of the highlights from the second day of the 60th IAEA General Conference, including the plenary session, as well as information on side events that took place.
Industry Leaders Discuss Economic Sustainability, Future of Nuclear Energy
In order for nuclear power to remain sustainable and economically competitive, it is important that operators win and maintain public confidence by paying careful attention to costs and to the management of radioactive waste, industry leaders agreed at an IAEA event today.
Cleaning Up a Toxic Legacy: Environmental Remediation of Former Uranium Production Sites
Nearly 60 abandoned uranium production sites dot the landscape and represent a hazard to the environment and inhabitants throughout rural Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
Boron Neutron Capture Therapy Back in Limelight After Successful Trials
A cancer treatment involving irradiated boron isotopes has been explored as a therapeutic option for several decades but with very little clinical success.