The National Academy of Sciences released the first of two Congressionally-mandated reports regarding the general viability of the DOE National Nuclear Security Administration’s (NNSA’s) conceptual plan for disposing of 34 metric tons of surplus plutonium in WIPP. Preliminary findings indicate insufficient capacity at the facility is one of several barriers to effective implementation.
VCDNP Releases New Factsheet on Radiological Sources
The Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation released a new factsheet on the sustainable use of radioactive sources for agriculture and food security looking. The document specifically looks at plant mutation breeding and the Sterile Insect Technique.
U.S. Representatives and Medical Experts Meet to Discuss Medical Isotopes
As Representatives and medical experts convene to discuss the use of medical isotopes, it is critical facilities ensure these materials are secure and do not undermine nuclear security. Viable alternatives, such as x-ray blood irradiation, present the best way to confront the risks associated with radiological or nuclear materials in medicine.
In the News: Quadrennial Interagency Radiation Protection and Security Task Force Report released
The 2018 Interagency Radiation Protection and Security Task Force Report emphasizes importance of continued support for alternative technology and stringent security measures to prevent nuclear terrorism. The Report is the fourth produced for Congress in compliance with the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The report found agencies have followed 2014 recommendation to increase cyber-security measures at […]
Event: FMWG and Arms Control Association Nuclear Security Summit European Report Launch
Later this month the FMWG and Arms Control Association will launch the Nuclear Security Summit Report in Vienna, Austria. The launch will take place on Wednesday, October 31 at the Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-proliferation and will continue to highlight the 935 actions taken by countries during the process. Panelists include: Ambassador Laura Kennedy, […]
