FMWG SC member Andy Semmel and FMWG member Ambassador Ken Brill argue the Amended Convention for the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material review conference in 2021 presents a unique opportunity for renewed assessment of the nuclear security regime. The authors explain, “Fortunately, there is a new opportunity to address gaps in the nuclear security regime, […]
In the News: Gunman Attack Brazilian Convoy Carrying Uranium
Gunmen attacked a convoy of trucks carrying uranium fuel to a Brazilian nuclear power plant. This incident highlights the vulnerability of nuclear materials while in transit. The convoy safely reached the Angra 2 plant 20 minutes later.
In the News: Bipartisan Sense of Congress Regarding IAEA Nuclear Security Role
Rep Bill Foster, Rep. Jeff Fortenberry, and Rep Ben Ray Lujan introduced resolution emphasizing the critical nuclear security role of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on February 14th, 2019. The Resolution calls for continued support and funding for the IAEA.
GWU New Cohort of Congressional Nuclear Security Fellows Announced
The 2019 Class of Congressional Nuclear Security Fellows have been announced. The Nuclear Security Working Group is pleased to welcome 9 incoming Congressional Nuclear Security Fellows for the 2019 calendar year. The Nuclear Security Working Group’s Congressional Fellowship program, which began in 2017, provides highly qualified up-and-coming national security professionals with an opportunity to spend […]
In the News: FMWG Erin Connolly Highlights Dangers of Cesium-137
As part of CSIS Project on Nuclear Issues (PONI) FMWG program assistant Erin Connolly highlights the need to continue replacing cesium-137 with viable alternatives both nationally and internationally to prevent a dirty bomb. Her paper focuses on the efforts to replace cesium-137 blood irradiators thus far and how these efforts must continue and expand.
