China Dominates International Conference on Radiation Science and Technology

Strategic Insights -

At the third International Conference on Applications of Radiation Science and Technology (ICARST-2025), held in Vienna, Austria, from April 7 to 11, China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) formed the largest national delegation. The conference, hosted by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), saw China's "Radiation Technology for a Better Home" side event attract over 200 participants. The event highlighted China's growing role in the international development of radiation technology.

Key Takeaways:

  • China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) was the largest national delegation at the ICARST-2025 conference, demonstrating China's significant presence in the global radiation technology community.
  • The "Radiation Technology for a Better Home" side event, organized by the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA) and co-organized by the China Isotope & Radiation Association (CIRA) and CIRC, attracted over 200 participants, showcasing China's growing influence in the field.
  • China has established 15 nuclear technology R&D centers, fostering deep integration between innovation and industrial chains, which has contributed to the rapid development of nuclear technology applications in China.
  • The market value of China's nuclear technology application industry approached 300 billion yuan in 2024, highlighting the significant economic growth driven by nuclear technology.
  • The IAEA will continue to work closely with China and other member states to enhance technological R&D, talent development, and international cooperation, emphasizing the importance of global collaboration in the field.
  • The Chinese delegation's booth at the conference featured a full-scenario ecosystem of nuclear technology applications, showcasing smart applications of nuclear technology in fields such as nuclear medicine, irradiation applications, and security inspection.
  • Exhibits at the booth included gamma knife systems, SPECT/CT equipment, high-purity germanium spectrometers, PE-Xc pipes, EB-irradiated panels, radiation detection chips, personal dosimeters, and a robot dog model equipped with detection devices.

Statistics:

  • Over 200 participants attended the "Radiation Technology for a Better Home" side event.
  • China has established 15 nuclear technology R&D centers.
  • The market value of China's nuclear technology application industry approached 300 billion yuan in 2024.
  • The conference was held from April 7 to 11, 2025.
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) hosted the ICARST-2025 conference.

Sources:

  • PRNewswire, "China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) Leads the Largest Delegation to ICARST-2025 Conference," April 15, 2025.
  • China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC)