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Press Release
8 December 2022
IAEA Mission to Sudan Finds Improved Nuclear Security Infrastructure, Encourages Strengthening of Nuclear Security Detection and Response
An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team said Sudan had strengthened its national nuclear security regime by implementing extensive nuclear security systems and measures in relation to materials out of regulatory control. Read more →
News Story
8 December 2022
Nuclear Data Reveals How Much Water You Should Drink Daily
“Drink plenty of water” is a common mantra for achieving good health, more energy, clear skin and weight loss. Read more →
Press Release
7 December 2022
IAEA Mission Reviews Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Regulatory Framework for Radiation Safety
An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) mission said Bosnia and Herzegovina is working to enhance its regulatory system for nuclear and radiation safety, whilst noting specific areas for additional efforts including the allocation of sufficient human and financial resources for the country’s Read more →
Press Release
7 December 2022
IAEA Launches Worldwide Rays of Hope Partnership with 11 Global Cancer Societies in Cancer Care
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has joined forces with 11 of the largest professional societies in cancer care to help improve access to radiotherapy services and reduce the global inequities in treatment of the disease. Read more →
News Story
6 December 2022
New IAEA Tools Help Countries Select Suitable Nuclear Reactor Technologies
For countries looking to introduce nuclear power or expand their programmes, selecting the most suitable reactor technology can be a daunting process. Read more →
News Story
5 December 2022
Nuclear Science Helps Enhance Soil Fertility for More Nutritious Food
Ninety-five per cent of the food we eat is grown directly or indirectly from soil. Today, however, this essential natural resource is threatened by many forms of land degradation. Read more →
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Events
13 – 16 Dec 2022
Vienna, Austria
International Conference on Integrated Medical Imaging in Cardiovascular Diseases (IMIC-2022)
20 – 31 Mar 2023
Vienna, Austria
Joint Eighth and Ninth Review Meeting of the Contracting Parties to the Convention on Nuclear Safety
17 – 21 Apr 2023
Vienna, Austria
International Symposium on Trends in Radiopharmaceuticals (ISTR-2023)
8 – 12 May 2023
Vienna, Austria
International Symposium on Uranium Raw Material for the Nuclear Fuel Cycle (URAM-2023)
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Rays of Hope: Cancer Care for All
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