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Supporting Sampling and Sample Preparation Tools for Isotope and Nuclear Analysis
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
217 kr
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Nuclear and related techniques can help develop climate smart agricultural practices by optimizing water and nutrient use efficiency, assessing organic carbon sequestration in soil, and assisting in the evaluation of soil erosion control measures. Knowledge on the behaviour of radioactive materials in soil, water and foodstuffs is also essential in enhancing nuclear emergency preparedness and response. Appropriate sampling and sample preparation are the first steps to ensure the quality and effective use of the measurements and this publication provides comprehensive detail on the necessary steps.
217 kr
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The Nuclear Fuel Cycle Simulation System (NFCSS) is a scenario based computer simulation tool that can model various nuclear fuel cycle options in various types of nuclear reactors. It is very efficient and accurate in answering questions such as: the nuclear mineral resources and technical infrastructure needed for the front end of the nuclear fuel cycle; the amounts of used fuel, actinide nuclides and high level waste generated for a given reactor fleet size; and the impact of introducing recycling of used fuel on mineral resource savings and waste minimization. Since the first publication on the NFCSS as IAEA-TECDOC-1535 in 2007, there have been significant improvements in the implementation of the NFCSS, including a new extension to thorium fuel cycles, methods to calculate decay heat and radiotoxicity, and demonstration applications to innovative reactors.
217 kr
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This publication addresses inspection basics, concepts and methods on how to plan inspection activities, perform inspections of safety related structures, systems and components, evaluate the safety significance of inspection findings, and document the results. It presents high level considerations for the inspection of selected programmatic areas including plant operations, radiation protection, fire protection and maintenance activities at nuclear power plants (NPPs). The publication focuses on the regulatory inspection of operating NPPs and, when applicable, describes how the same inspection techniques can be applied to facilities undergoing construction, preoperational testing, and decommissioning. The general techniques described may be also used in the inspection of other types of nuclear facilities
International Project on Demonstration of Safety for Geological Disposal (GEOSAF PROJECT)
Managing the Integration of Pre-closure Activities and Post-closure Safety in the Safety Case (2008 – 2021)
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
414 kr
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This publication presents the outcomes of The International Project on Demonstration of Safety for Geological Disposal (GEOSAF Project), implemented by the IAEA from 2013 to 2021. It outlines an approach for addressing the relationship between the operational phase and the post-closure safety of a geological disposal facility and demonstrates how safety considerations can support decision making. The structured approach developed aims to provide assurance that developing and operating a geological disposal facility over several decades will not compromise its expected post-closure safety functions and the overall safety of that facility. To this end, this TECDOC defines and further develops the key concepts of the safety envelope, the design target, and the as-built state.
Uranium Resources As Co- and by-products of Polymetallic, Base, Rare Earth and Precious Metal Ore Deposits
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
239 kr
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This publication highlights the potential presence of uranium in ore deposits that are not commonly thought of as uraniferous and therefore highlights potential additional sources of uranium supply. It also provides insights into potential legacy mine waste issues for such deposits if the uranium is not extracted. The publication also outlines various historical mining and processing approaches, supported by case studies of each deposit type. The appendix to this publication includes a detailed IAEA deposit classification of uranium deposits and their global distribution, and shows for comparison purposes the equivalent distribution of other deposit types not traditionally considered as uranium deposits (but nevertheless with uranium extraction potential).
Performance Indicators to Monitor, Assess and Improve Knowledge Management Programmes in Nuclear Organizations
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
375 kr
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This publication provides specific methods and tools for the identification, development, selection, establishment and use of performance indicators (PIs) to measure and report on the implementation and effectiveness of knowledge management programmes to improve the overall performance of a nuclear organization. It captures examples that are applicable to the entire lifecycle of a nuclear organization. While the guidance is intended primarily for senior and middle level utilities management, the concepts and approaches are useful for all other nuclear organizations, as well as technical and scientific support organizations, regulators and educational providers.
Experience in the Development and Application of Level 2 Probabilistic Safety Assessment for Nuclear Power Plants
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
375 kr
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This publication captures the current state of knowledge and practices within Member States concerning the development and use of Level 2 Probabilistic Safety Assessments (PSA). It summarizes the key insights shared in discussions during a technical meeting, as well as suggested next steps.
239 kr
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Stable isotope techniques can help identify the sources of water pollution associated with agricultural activities. Knowing the origin of nutrients or contaminants is essential to improve agricultural practices. To ensure the quality of stable isotope analysis, appropriate sampling and sample preparation are crucial. This publication presents methods for surface water sampling and sample processing through micro-diffusion and bacterial denitrification combined with laser spectroscopy. Information on such methods is often described in a very summarized and non-comprehensive way without proper illustration of every step. This publication aims to bridge this gap for scientists, technicians and students. It presents a selection of standard operating procedures providing guidance in water sampling and sample preparation that are mandatory when conducting reliable isotope analysis on water.
Establishing a Training Programme on the Safety Review of Nuclear Installation Sites
A Handbook for Regulatory Bodies in Embarking Countries
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
375 kr
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This TECDOC provides practical guidance to Member States interested in embarking on new nuclear programmes. It contains good practices from capacity-building training programmes implemented by the IAEA and several experienced Member States, and captures lessons learned from current practices and experiences. As a handbook, it is intended to support managers and technical personnel within regulatory bodies and operating organizations in their preparation for developing their own capacity-building programmes for regulatory safety reviews.
Good Practices in the Operation and Maintenance of Low Energy Electrostatic Accelerators
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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Electrostatic accelerators contribute significantly to activities within various fields of work including basic research, environmental monitoring, climate change, water and air quality, forensics, cultural heritage, agriculture, and development of advanced materials for energy production via fission or fusion. Due to an increase in the analytical as well as irradiation capabilities of electrostatic accelerators, there has been a rapid growth in interest from the industrial sector. Different accelerators have their own physical and technological characteristics, and therefore are targeting specific application areas. This publication provides practical guidance, across a range of functions, on low energy electrostatic accelerator operations and maintenance as well as some considerations for safety-related issues. The intended audience of this publication includes professionals involved in the operation and maintenance of electrostatic accelerators, scientists of different disciplines using electrostatic accelerators for interdisciplinary research applications, and lecturers focusing on physics and engineering aspects in the operation of electrostatic accelerators.
Data on Freshwater Systems and Off-site Decontamination and Remediation Following the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident and Comparison with Global Experience
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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This publication shares the experience gained in the Fukushima Prefecture on environmental transfer data from Japan after the release of radionuclides to the environment from the Fukushima Daiichi NPP (FDNPP). It provides a compilation and analyses of the radioecological information obtained during the cooperation between the IAEA and Fukushima Prefecture between 2012 and 2022. In particular, it examines the behaviour of radiocaesium in freshwater ecosystems and the effectiveness of decontamination and remediation, providing a comparison with global experience. This information is useful for informing the management of areas affected by enhanced levels of radiocaesium after an accidental release from a nuclear facility.
375 kr
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This publication contains the latest information on coated particle fuel technologies and may be used as a baseline reference to support the fuel technologies of high temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) small modular reactors (SMRs). The HTGR concept is considered a promising nuclear reactor technology due to its inherent safety and operational features. A typical example of its unique core design is the inert, single-phase coolant (helium gas) coupled with a high-temperature, high-heat capacity moderator (graphite), which allows for a greater response time to core heat up accidents. As HTGRs have the potential to supply high temperature process heat, many other applications such as hydrogen production and electricity generation are also viable. Coated particle fuel technology research programmes have been pursued in several Member States, including the design, manufacturing, characterization, irradiation behaviour and behaviour prediction, accident tests and simulations. This TECDOC is a resource for researchers and for nuclear power plant engineers and operators, fuel technology engineers and designers, and material science engineers.
239 kr
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Nuclear power plant outage management is a key factor for safe and economic nuclear power plant performance. This publication discusses plant outage strategy and how this strategy is actually implemented. The main areas that are important for outage optimization that were identified by the utilities and government organizations participating in this report are: (1) organization and management; (2) outage planning and preparation; (3) outage execution; (4) safety outage review; and (5) counter measures to avoid the extension of outages and to facilitate the work in forced outages. Good outage management practices cover many different areas of work and this publication aims to communicate these good practices in a way that they can be used effectively by operators and utilities.
Numerical Benchmarks for Multiphysics Simulation of Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor Transients
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
239 kr
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The IAEA organizes International Collaborative Standard Problems (ICSPs) to facilitate co-operation on advancing reactor technology related activities. These activities include the development, assessment and validation of computer codes for design and safety analysis of nuclear power plants. The objective of this ICSP was to develop and facilitate open access to a set of standardized numerical test problems for selected postulated transients in pressurized heavy water reactors (PHWRs). These manufactured test problems are different from typical benchmark problems in that the specification is designed for a stylized model of a generic CANDU-6 PHWR and a reference solution is not postulated. The set of standardized numerical test problems supports the development of simulation codes, methods, and coupling frameworks. This publication provides a description of four numerical test problems, the participants' individual multi-physics methodologies applied, and simulations carried out, an independent synthesis of the results, and the lessons learned from the exercise.
Advancing the State of the Practice in Uncertainty and Sensitivity Methodologies for Severe Accident Analysis in Water Cooled Reactors in the QUENCH-06 Experimen
Häftad, Engelska, 2024
361 kr
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The IAEA facilitated the co-operation on research and development among its Member States on the development and validation of computer codes for the design and safety analysis of nuclear power plants. The main objective of this effort was to bring together the current state-ofknowledge on uncertainty propagation in severe accident analyses that has been accumulated by experienced analysts with the aim of increasing the sophistication and competency of the practitioners in this field. This publication provides the contributions from four individual organizations from four Member States describing their employed uncertainty and sensitivity assessment methods applied in simulating the QUENCH-06 experiment performed at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Germany) in December 2000. The QUENCH-06 experiment was designed to explore the behavior of nuclear fuel under oxidizing and quenching conditions during severe accident scenarios in light water nuclear reactors. Due to its comprehensive nature, this experiment was chosen as the benchmark for evaluating the performance of severe accident codes employed by participants in this coordinated research project. This publication is intended for nuclear engineers, researchers, code developers, experimentalists in nuclear energy fields, reactor vendors and developers, university professors and students, regulatory experts, and nuclear power plant planners.
Benchmarking Current Practices in Probabilistic Fault Displacement Hazard Analysis for Nuclear Installations
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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This publication explores the findings of an IAEA-designed exercise focused on understanding probabilistic fault displacement hazard analysis (PFDHA) for nuclear installation sites. The IAEA benchmarking exercise examines fault displacement hazard curves from various earthquake scenarios, including the 2016 Kumamoto (magnitude 7.0), Norcia (magnitude 6.5), and the 2019 Le Teil (magnitude 4.9) earthquakes. These events represent different fault types: strike-slip, normal, and reverse faulting and have documented fault displacements. This publication aims to share key results and insights from the PFDHA exercise, comparing hazard outcomes and explaining the factors behind observed differences. This will help Member States assess the compatibility of current fault displacement models with the earthquake scenarios that will possibly be used in nuclear safety evaluations
Non-ergodic Ground Motion Models for Site Specific Seismic Hazard Assessment at Nuclear Installation Sites
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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The Regional Cooperative Agreement for Research, Development, and Training Related to Nuclear Science and Technology for Asia and the Pacific (RCA) was established in 1972 and has since benefited from the IAEA Technical Cooperation (TC) programme. Highlighting the socio-economic impact of the RCA in the region is crucial. Therefore, National RCA Representatives have endorsed an initiative to conduct a social and economic impact assessment of the RCA programme supported under the IAEA TC programme from 2000 to 2023. The results of these assessments will be published and disseminated to RCA State Parties, relevant stakeholders, and the public. This report is one of the planned four reports in the areas of air quality monitoring, food safety, groundwater and nuclear medicine.
Analysis of Results from Integrated Safety Assessment of Research Reactors (INSARR) Missions
Häftad, Engelska, 2024
361 kr
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This publication provides an analysis of results from Integrated Safety Assessment of Research Reactors (INSARR) Missions conducted at research reactors during the period from 1995 to 2021. The analysis includes an assessment of trends, common issues, and other insights that are highly beneficial to Member States operating research reactors. This publication is also useful for self-assessment of research reactor safety. This publication is intended for use by operating organizations of research reactors, regulatory bodies and other relevant organizations involved in the safety of research reactors.
- Nyhet
414 kr
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Maintenance is a core activity that ensures the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of nuclear power plants throughout their expected lifetimes. This publication collates knowledge and insights from experts from various Member States and identifies general good practices - rather than specific examples - that maintenance managers and personnel can adopt to promote consistently high performance in maintenance. It provides guidance to help navigate some common challenges, such as retaining a highly skilled and committed workforce, optimizing maintenance programmes and efficiently overseeing suppliers and additional staff. It also examines the fundamental aspects of maintenance, such as managerial approach to conducting maintenance activities; the planning and control of maintenance activities with a focus on contractor oversight; the management of documentation and personnel skills; the use of key performance indicators; and the conduct of benchmarks.
375 kr
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This publication was developed as part of the IAEA’s MODARIA I and MODARIA II programmes, which focus on modelling and data for radiological impact assessments. It presents the outcomes of Working Group 4, which considered the update and improvement of distribution coefficient (Kd) values used in environmental models for exposure assessment for soil, freshwater, and marine systems. As part of this effort, Kd datasets for soils and freshwater sediments were compiled. These datasets include associated chemical, physical, mineralogical, and other ancillary properties, along with detailed methodological guidance to support end users in selecting appropriate Kd values for their specific applications. For marine sediments, Kd data were compiled using sources from Japan, the Baltic Sea, and the IAEA’s Marine Radioactivity Information System (MARIS) database. These values were then compared with those published in the IAEA Technical Reports Series No. 422, Sediment Distribution Coefficients and Concentration Factors for Biota in the Marine Environment. This publication is intended for environmental regulators, scientists, modellers and assessors.
Assessment of Radioactive Contamination, Exposures and Countermeasures in Urban Environments
Report of Working Group 2
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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This TECDOC presents the outcomes of international model validation exercises aimed at improving the performance of models used to assess radioactive contamination in urban environments. Building on the work of Working Group 2 under the MODARIA I programme, this intercomparison introduced models of greater complexity. The exercises addressed various scenarios, including dispersion and deposition events, short- and long-term redistribution of contaminants following deposition, and the evaluation of potential countermeasures or remediation strategies to reduce human exposure.
372 kr
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This publication provides an overview of central nervous system (CNS) radiotracer development, discussing different aspects and stages of development. Non-invasive neuroimaging with radiotracers can provide functional information at the cellular level and contributes substantially to understanding the complex mechanisms of the functioning and pathophysiological processes in the human brain and is useful in certain diseases for patient stratification, treatment response monitoring and as an aided technique for drug development. The success of the development of clinically significant radiotracers depends on many factors such as the selected biological target, specificity and affinity of the radio ligand, pharmacokinetics of radiotracer and others. The information provided in the document will be useful to researchers, students and professionals engaged in the development and deployment of CNS radiotracers for clinical, research or drug development applications.
Advances in Fabrication Technologies for Power Reactor Fuels
Proceedings of Technical Meetings
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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Over the next decade, further advancements in nuclear fuel fabrication technology are necessary to support the near-term deployment of advanced fuels for both large nuclear power plants and small modular reactors, including GEN III/III and GEN IV reactors. This publication offers a comprehensive overview of the current state of technological progress in fuel fabrication across all the various stages. It aims to serve as a valuable resource for ongoing activities and to support preparations for the deployment of new fabrication technologies.
Collaborative Reviews and Effective Leveraging
The IAEA's Nuclear Harmonization and Standardization Initiative
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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This TECDOC was developed by the Nuclear Harmonization and Standardization Initiative Regulatory Track and offers comprehensive approaches for the cooperation of regulatory bodies in the review of advanced reactors and particularly small modular reactors. This report focuses on how regulatory bodies can effectively utilize other regulatory bodies' reviews and how they can work together while independently reviewing a design against national requirements. This document is informed by valuable insights from previous and ongoing multinational regulatory review activities and other international efforts on harmonization. It is an invaluable resource for regulatory bodies, technical support organizations and industry organizations involved in the pre-licensing and licensing of advanced reactors.
Case Study on Assessment of Radiological Environmental Impact from Normal Operation
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
239 kr
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As an integral part of the International Project on Innovative Nuclear Reactors and Fuel Cycles (INPRO), several collaborative projects were established by its members. The IAEA/INPRO Collaborative Project on Environmental Impact Benchmarking Applicable for Nuclear Energy Systems under Normal Operation (ENV) was one of them. This publication is the outcome of the ENV summarising results developed under this project by the groups of national experts. It presents a set of examples of different approaches for estimating environmental impact from nuclear power plants (NPPs) under normal operation conditions in different countries based on participants' experience and considering the IAEA Safety Standard on a generic framework for consideration of radiological environmental impact. It also contributes to the development of a common understanding in assessing releases from new NPPs and associated activities in terms of the radiation dose to members of the public. This publication will contribute to further improvement of the INPRO methodology and can help Member States applying it to perform a nuclear energy system assessment in the area of environmental impact of stressors.
Site Survey and Evaluation Aspects for Nuclear Installations with Emphasis on a Graded Approach
Generic Road Map Project – Nuclear Safety Infrastructure for a First Nuclear Reactor: a Handbook
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
375 kr
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This TECDOC provides guidance for Member States planning to expand their nuclear power programmes through the deployment of advanced nuclear power plants (NPPs). It also provides key information for newcomer countries embarking on their first NPP projects, including those adopting advanced NPP technology. It outlines practical steps for site selection and characterization and considers the application of a graded approach for advanced NPPs. The publication outlines key activities at each stage of the site survey and evaluation process, with a focus on optimizing data collection. It offers a tailored approach to site characterization based on the radiological hazard categories of these installations, reflecting the advanced safety features and robust designs. It also introduces a methodology for radiological hazard categorization based on consequence analysis, followed by practical guidance for grading site investigations, particularly seismic and geotechnical hazards, which are resource intensive.
269 kr
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Providing a comprehensive overview of the utilization of research reactors for education purposes in an academic environment, this compendium is intended to provide practical guidelines for the development of research reactor exercises to be integrated into education programmes in nuclear science and technology. It will prove useful to all Member States developing nuclear capacity building for existing and new national research reactor programmes. Member States planning to embark on both a research reactor programme and a nuclear power programme, may refer to this publication to ensure that the approach and methodology for the implementation of both programmes is harmonized, efficient and effective from the perspective of capacity building development.
217 kr
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Fusion energy has potential to contribute to meeting global demand for sustainable energy Increasingly, progressive fusion enterprises are seeking new pathways for the commercialization of the technology, bringing fresh ideas and different perspectives. This publication is a summary of an IAEA Workshop on this topic, outlining the main elements for the development of alternative commercialization pathways for fusion energy systems in the coming decades, bringing together expert opinions from the diverse range of disciplines that are essential to fusion's commercial success. It highlights several critical aspects to consider for new pathways and provides an outline of a roadmap for their development.
- Nyhet
392 kr
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Fuel assemblies (FAs) in light water reactors (LWRs) are engineered for high robustness and reliability, delivering strong performance under normal and demanding operating conditions, such as power uprates, high burnups, extended cycle lengths of up to 24 months, and challenging water chemistry environments. Since the mid-2000s, and especially following the Fukushima accident, significant advancements have been made in FA design, safety analysis, and testing methodologies to better understand structural behaviour and demonstrate mechanical integrity in water-cooled reactors. This publication covers design considerations, safety and design analysis, operational and handling experience, and the in-reactor structural behaviour of LWR fuel assemblies.
- Nyhet
Information Sharing Framework for Regulatory Reviews of Advanced Reactors
The IAEA’s Nuclear Harmonization and Standardization Initiative
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
414 kr
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This TECDOC, developed through the Regulatory Track of the Nuclear Harmonization and Standardization Initiative (NHSI), presents a framework to enhance information-sharing and cooperation among regulatory bodies. It aims to improve cooperation during regulatory reviews of advanced reactor designs, with particular emphasis on small modular reactors (SMRs). Drawing on insights from multinational review activities and ongoing international harmonization efforts, the document serves as a guide for regulatory authorities, technical support organizations, and industry stakeholders involved in the licensing of advanced reactors. By fostering cooperation and alignment of regulatory practices, this TECDOC helps reduce design modifications driven by national regulatory differences, thereby improving the efficiency of global regulatory reviews. Ultimately, the regulatory cooperation and adoption of harmonized approaches support the safe and efficient deployment of advanced reactors.