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Researchers from Istanbul Gelisim Universitesi have conducted a study to investigate the effectiveness of rare earth oxides in enhancing radiation shielding of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) composites. The study found that the addition of rare earth oxides, specifically Er2O3, significantly improved the shielding properties of the composites. The researchers used a
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Israel has struck a key component in Iran's nuclear program, further escalating tensions between the two countries. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched a missile attack on a heavy water reactor in the central city of Arak, which is thought to be a crucial site in Iran'
Nuclear facilities
Researchers from the China Institute for Radiation Protection have developed a new method for rapidly assessing the spatial distribution of radioactive nuclides in the environment after nuclear facility accidents. This technique utilizes a combination of atmospheric dispersion models and Kriging interpolation to accurately predict the concentration distribution of radioactive nuclides.
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Forty years after the Flowers Report warned against the unsustainability of nuclear power due to radioactive waste, the British government remains entangled in costly and environmentally hazardous projects. The nuclear lobby's stranglehold on funding and research has hindered the adoption of safer alternatives, such as hydrogen, which could
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Mirion, a global leader in radiation safety, science, and medicine, is highlighting its portfolio of solutions designed to enable the radiopharma and theranostic fields at the 2025 Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana. The company will introduce new products from Capintec and
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Researchers at Dartmouth College have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of physics, proposing a novel candidate for cold dark matter based on an analogy with superconductivity. This study presents a theoretical framework for understanding the behavior of dark matter, which comprises approximately 27% of the universe's
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Recent research in the field of nanotechnology has led to a significant breakthrough in bone regeneration, particularly in the area of nanohardness. A study published in the journal Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery has demonstrated the efficacy of a combination of synthetic nano-hydroxyapatite/silica gel bone substitute and hemodialysate in enhancing
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As the world moves towards an era of rapid digitalization, the demand for data centers (DCs) is skyrocketing. To meet this increasing demand, data centers require more power, which can lead to a critical energy crisis. According to McKinsey, the demand for DC power will jump from 3-4% of total
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Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long emphasized the significance of deepening Vietnam-France Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, highlighting nuclear energy cooperation as a promising direction. Long discussed Vietnam's nuclear energy development plan with representatives from the French Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection (ASNR) and the
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Researchers from the Advanced Radiation Technology Institute have made significant findings in the field of botany, revealing that sorghum grains are rich in phenolic compounds, which possess anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The study, published in BMC Plant Biology, found a strong relationship between sorghum coat color and phenolic compound
Nuclear energy
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada's premier nuclear science and technology organization, and the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) are collaborating to advance knowledge, education, research, and innovation in low dose radiation (LDR) exposure health effects. This partnership leverages the leading research organizations' complementary capabilities, building on CNL'
Nuclear energy
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories and the University of Ottawa have entered a new partnership to advance knowledge and research in low dose radiation (LDR) health effects. This collaboration builds on CNL's global leadership in LDR research and will accelerate critical research necessary for public safety and the health of
