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19 September 2019
Preserving the Past: Nuclear Techniques Support the Conservation of Cultural Heritage around the World
On 19 September, on the penultimate day of the IAEA’s 63rd General Conference, delegates from Brazil, Croatia, France and Indonesia joined Agency staff in recounting recent achievements in the use of radiation technology to preserve and protect artefacts of cultural value, including statues, paintings and centuries-old manuscripts. Read more →
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18 September 2019
General Conference Day 3 Highlights
During the plenary session of the General Conference, 50 delegations delivered statements. Read more →
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18 September 2019
Optimizing IAEA Assistance: Consolidated Plan for Safety Presented at IAEA General Conference
A new, consolidated approach developed by the IAEA will streamline the Agency’s support to countries in the field of nuclear safety. Read more →
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18 September 2019
Towards Health Equality: Improving the Management of Cardiovascular Diseases in Women
When we think of a heart attack, the symptoms that come to mind are pain in the chest and numbness in the left arm. What many do not know is that often women suffering from the same condition tend to experience different signs. Read more →
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18 September 2019
Nuclear and Renewables: Playing Complementary Roles in Hybrid Energy Systems
A hybrid energy system combining both nuclear power and renewables can help significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, according to participants at an event held today on the sidelines of the IAEA’s 63rd General Conference. Read more →
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28 Oct – 1 Nov 2019
Vienna, Austria
International Symposium on Trends in Radiopharmaceuticals (ISTR-2019)
4 – 7 Nov 2019
The Hague, Netherlands
International Conference on Effective Nuclear and Radiation Regulatory Systems: Working Together to Enhance Cooperation
25 – 29 Nov 2019
Buenos Aires, Argentina
International Conference on Research Reactors: Addressing Challenges and Opportunities to Ensure Effectiveness and Sustainability
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IAEA Scientific Forum 2019 - Cancer Control
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