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Nuclear-Weapon Free Zone in Central Asia
The Treaty creating a zone free of nuclear weapons in Central Asia entered into force 21 March 2009, a step welcomed by IAEA Director General Mohamed ElBaradei.
Search for a Fuel Solution
This week 230 experts from over 30 countries gather in Vienna, Austria to discuss the most critical issues facing research reactor fuel management.
Food Irradiation Combating Bacteria Around the World
Increasing global trade in food makes it more important to protect people from food borne illnesses caused by harmful micro-organisms. Ionizing radiation is being used increasingly to provide that protection.
Water Traversing Borders
This week, the IAEA is participating in the 5th World Water Forum in Istanbul, Turkey, one of the largest international events in the field of water, highlighting its leading role in the use of isotope and nuclear techniques for water research and management.
Journey From “Cradle to Grave” of Radioactive Sources
“Broader and better-coordinated international efforts to implement complete and integrated systems for “cradle to grave” management of sealed radioactive sources (SRS) are essential for their long-term sustainability, experts agreed at an IAEA workshop.”
IAEA Board to Meet on Director General Appointment
The IAEA Board is meeting in closed session 26 March 2009 to commence the selection procedure for the appointment of the Director General.
Multinational Fuel Bank Proposal Reaches Key Milestone
A proposed multinational fuel bank under IAEA control reached a milestone this week when Kuwait pledged a financial contribution of US$10 million.
Global Status and Prospects for Nuclear Power
A topical booklet issued by the IAEA provides a global overview of nuclear power operations, plans and prospects. More than 40 countries are interested in the potential use of nuclear power for electricity generation, the IAEA reports.
Scrapping the Risks, Promoting the Trade
The application of a harmonized approach to prevent radioactive sources and other radioactive material from being unintentionally introduced into metal scrap is the focus of an international conference opening today in Tarragona, Spain.
IAEA Daily Press Review - 23 February 2009
IAEA in the News Military strikes against Iran no longer an option: IAEA chief UN nuclear watchdog chief Mohamed ElBaradei says in an interview to be broadcast Sunday/today that he believed the possibility of a military attack on Iran’s nuclear installations had been ruled out. AFP Iran cooperates after understating atom stocks-IAEA Iran is [...]
Safeguards Reports Circulated to IAEA Board
IAEA Director General Mohamed ElBaradei has circulated his latest reports on nuclear safeguards in Iran and Syria to the Agency´s Board of Governors, the 35-member policymaking body. The Board next convenes in Vienna on 2 March.
On the Beautiful, Blue, Cleaner Danube
The Danube shows signs of improving water quality, according to a recent study conducted by the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR), with assistance from the IAEA.
Collaboration, New Thinking Needed for Cancer Crisis
Adding its voice to the World Cancer Day campaign marked each year on 4 February, the IAEA is urging a vigorous, collaborative approach towards fighting the disease in poorer countries.
India Safeguards Agreement Signed
An Agreement between the Government of India and the IAEA for the Application of Safeguards to Civilian Nuclear Facilities was signed today in Vienna by IAEA Director General Mohamed ElBaradei and Ambassador Saurabh Kumar of India.
CO2 Threats to World’s Oceans Rising, Scientists Warn
In Monaco, scientists at the IAEA’s Marine Environment Laboratory (MEL) join 150 experts calling for urgent actions to halt rising levels of acidity in the world’s oceans.In Monaco, scientists at the IAEA’s Marine Environment Laboratory (MEL) join 150 experts calling for urgent actions to halt rising levels of acidity in the world’s oceans.
Third IAEA Report on Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant Published
The safe performance of the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant during and after the earthquake that hit Japan’s Niigata and Nagano prefectures on 18 July 2007 has been confirmed, according to an IAEA report published today.
Food for Thought
Nuclear contribution to food security is among the topics being discussed at the High-Level Meeting on Food Security for All taking place in Madrid, Spain from 26-27 January.
Predicting the Future, Protecting the Environment
Issues of radiation safety and environmental protection go hand in hand. At the IAEA last week, experts from 40 countries examined the transfer of radionuclides to plant and animal life, to improve how risks are assessed and ultimately reduced.
A Pest That Knows No Borders
Farmers in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina join forces to suppress one of the world’s most destructive farm pests, the Mediterranean fruit fly, by using the Sterile Insect Technique.
Modern Uranuim Mining
The IAEA is helping the uranium industry share best practices, train a new generation of experts and comply with IAEA safety standards so that people and the environment are protected.
IAEA Daily Press Review - 12 January 2009
IAEA in the News U.S. Rejected Aid for Israeli Raid on Iranian Nuclear Site President Bush deflected a secret request by Israel last year for specialized bunker-busting bombs it wanted for an attack on Iran’s main nuclear complex and told the Israelis that he had authorized new covert action intended to sabotage Iran’s suspected [...]
US Additional Protocol Enters into Force
An Additional Protocol to the nuclear safeguards agreement (AP) between the IAEA and the US entered into force on 6 January 2009.
Candidates for IAEA Director General Nominated
The governments of Japan and South Africa have submitted candidates for IAEA Director General to the Agency’s Board.
2009 Look Ahead: Nuclear Prospects, Transitions
A look ahead at upcoming events in 2009.