This course provides an introductory training on medical preparedness and response to radiation emergencies. The target audience for this course are different professionals that could be involved in ...

Radiation can wreak havoc on the human body when it's exposed to high doses or for prolonged periods of time. The world understood this in horrifying detail after the Chernobyl and Fukushima Daiichi ...

Rethinking nuclear radiation and its dangers is critical if the world is to turn away from hydrocarbon sources of energy. Many of us are seeing unwelcome spikes in our electric bills. This is due in a ...

Vladimir Putin's recent threats of nuclear weapon use are deeply concerning. A nuclear war would have catastrophic consequences, both short and long-term, including radiation-induced cancers. However, ...

Outdated radiation standards drive costs and public fear, stalling nuclear innovation. Science-based reforms could unlock advanced reactors and secure US energy leadership. Executive Order 14300 calls ...

As the world marks 80 years since the first atomic bomb was detonated in the New Mexico desert, a Nevada congresswoman introduced new legislation Wednesday intended to streamline benefits for those ...

Researchers have visualized atoms in motion just before a radiation-driven decay process occurs, revealing a surprisingly ...

The Trump administration wants the NRC to reconsider core radiation safety models to accelerate nuclear development. Critics warn that weakening safety standards may erode public trust without ...

Nuclear power plants are exposed to high-energy radiation, which degrades materials over time. Particles and rays interact with critical components, particularly in the reactor core, leading to ...