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Bangladesh Reaffirms Commitment to Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Technology

Minister of Science and Technology Fakir Mahbub Anam recently attended the 70th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on behalf of Bangladesh, where he reaffirmed Bangladesh's firm commitment to the peaceful uses of nuclear technology and its dedication to the highest safety standards and strengthened international cooperation. This statement highlights Bangladesh's increasingly important position and sense of responsibility in the field of nuclear technology. In a statement by the delegation in Vienna, Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman expressed congratulations to the President of the IAEA General Conference, and also expressed gratitude to IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi for his outstanding role in promoting the peaceful uses of nuclear technology and international cooperation...

2026-09-16

IAEA's Rays of Hope Initiative Boosts Global Cancer Care

The IAEA's Rays of Hope initiative aims to expand access to cancer care, drive innovation, and build partnerships to narrow the global gap in cancer treatment. Every year, cancer claims more than 10 million lives, and that number is expected to nearly double by 2050. While many cancers are treatable, especially when detected early, timely diagnosis and life-saving treatment are unevenly distributed around the world. Low- and middle-income countries often lack modern medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, trained oncologists, research capacity, and basic services. More than half of cancer cases occur in these countries, and nearly two-thirds...

2026-09-16

U.S. Army Deploys First Commercial Microreactor at Crane Base

The U.S. Army announced that it has ordered the first commercial microreactor for Naval Support Activity Crane in Indiana, marking a significant step in the United States' application of advanced nuclear energy technology. This micro-modular reactor (MMR), owned and operated by a commercial entity, will be installed at the base, becoming the U.S. Navy's first land-based advanced micro-modular reactor and Indiana's first power reactor. Naval Support Activity Crane is positioned by the U.S. Army as one of the leading centers in operational innovation and capability development. The deployment of the microreactor aims to provide reliable, 24-hour uninterrupted power, reducing dependence on the commercial power grid, thereby supporting critical missions in various...

2026-09-16

GE HealthCare Plans $1 Billion Acquisition of Radiopharmaceutical Company Sofie Biosciences

According to reports, healthcare giant GE HealthCare is in talks to acquire radiopharmaceutical company Sofie Biosciences for $1 billion. It is understood that this acquisition will be another major business move for GE HealthCare since its spin-off from General Electric Company in 2023. Previously, the company reached an agreement in March of this year to acquire software company Intelerad for $2.3 billion, aiming to enhance its cloud-based enterprise imaging service capabilities. Sofie Biosciences was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Dulles, Virginia. The company has a well-established radiopharmaceutical production and distribution network and provides contract manufacturing services. In addition, Sofie Biosci...

2026-09-15

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi: Urges Member States to Continue Firmly Supporting the Work of the International Atomic Energy Agency

The 68th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) officially opened in Vienna, Austria. This year's conference welcomed nearly 4,000 delegates, setting a record high for attendance. In his opening address, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi emphasized that despite current global tensions and numerous challenges, the international community's shared commitment to promoting the peaceful uses of nuclear technology and maintaining nuclear safety remains firm. In his address, Grossi first extended a warm welcome to Timor-Leste, which newly joined the IAEA, bringing the agency's membership to 182. Grossi recalled that 70 years ago, the IAEA...

2026-09-15

Shan Zhongde, Director of the China Atomic Energy Authority: China always adheres to the active, safe and orderly development of nuclear energy

On September 14, the 70th Regular Session of the IAEA General Conference was held in Vienna, Austria. Shan Zhongde, Director of the China Atomic Energy Authority, led a delegation to attend the conference and delivered a speech during the general debate. In his speech, Shan Zhongde stated that China always adheres to the active, safe and orderly development of nuclear energy, and coordinates innovation-driven development, safe development and open cooperation. China always upholds a rational, coordinated and progressive nuclear security concept, abides by nuclear non-proliferation obligations, continues to open cooperation platforms, share development achievements, and engage in extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits, promoting global nuclear energy security, innovation and sustainable development through practical actions, and working together to build a community with a shared future for mankind, contributing Chinese wisdom, Chinese solutions and Chinese strength. Shan Zhongde...

2026-09-15

The 70th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency opens in Vienna

The 70th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency officially opened today in Vienna, Austria. The conference is expected to attract delegates from around the world, with an estimated attendance of between 2,500 and 3,000 people, reflecting the international community's emphasis on nuclear energy-related issues. As the IAEA's highest decision-making meeting held annually, this grand gathering in Vienna carries pivotal significance. The conference brings together representatives of IAEA member states, who will jointly review the agency's annual work report, budget plans, and a series of important policy issues. This is an open and transparent platform where delegates from various countries discuss global nuclear safety, nuclear non-proliferation...

2026-09-15

Russia's Second Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride Processing Plant Officially Commissioned, Uranium Conversion Capacity Expected to Double

The depleted uranium processing facility at the Zelenogorsk Electrochemical Plant in Krasnoyarsk Krai has been officially commissioned recently. According to a statement by Alexey Likhachev, Director General of Rosatom, the commissioning of this new facility has doubled Russia's capacity for depleted uranium hexafluoride (DUHF) processing. This is also the second such DUHF processing plant built in Russia, with an annual capacity of 10,000 tonnes, while the first plant of the same type previously operating at the same site had already been commissioned earlier. In his statement, Likhachev said that the commissioning of the new depleted uranium hexafluoride processing facility is of great significance for the Electrochemical Plant, Rosatom's fuel division...

2026-09-14

Gyeongju City Council in South Korea Conducts In-Depth Inspection of Wolsong Nuclear Power Plant and Radioactive Waste Treatment Facilities

Recently, the Gyeongju City Council of South Korea organized an in-depth on-site inspection, with the focus on the Wolsong Nuclear Power Plant and the Korea Atomic Energy Environment Corporation. The inspection team aimed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the operational safety of the nuclear power plant and the operation of radioactive waste treatment facilities, and to listen to feedback from relevant personnel. The purpose of this action was to conduct an in-depth investigation of core issues closely related to public safety, including the safety management status of the nuclear power plant and the operational model of radioactive waste treatment facilities. The council members hoped that through this inspection, they could gain a more intuitive understanding of the actual situation and provide reference for formulating more comprehensive policies. At the beginning of the inspection, the council members went to Wolsong...

2026-09-14

Yuan Xu Appointed Vice General Manager of China Huaneng Group

The latest update to the "Group Leaders" section on the official website of China Huaneng Group Co., Ltd. shows that Yuan Xu has been appointed Vice General Manager and Member of the Party Leadership Group of China Huaneng Group. Public information shows that Yuan Xu previously served as Chairman and Party Secretary of China Zhongyuan Foreign Engineering Co., Ltd. Yuan Xu, in January 2025, was appointed Director, Party Secretary, and General Manager of China Nuclear Uranium Co., Ltd., Chairman and Party Secretary of China Uranium Co., Ltd., and Director and Party Secretary of the China Nuclear Geology Bureau. Now taking up this new post. China Huaneng Group Co., Ltd. was founded in 1985 and is a key state-owned comprehensive energy group with electricity as its core, multi-energy synergy, innovation leadership, financial support, and global layout....

2026-09-14

Iron-60 Found Again in Antarctic Ice Core Samples from 40,000 to 80,000 Years Ago

An international research team recently analyzed trace radioactive elements in ancient Antarctic ice layers and discovered an important clue recording the solar system's cosmic journey over the past 80,000 years. The researchers believe that the stardust buried deep in the ice proves that Earth has long been receiving material from interstellar space, and that this material may help scientists unveil the mystery of the formation history of the interstellar environment surrounding the solar system. At the core of the research is a rare radioactive isotope called iron-60. Iron-60 is not produced in large quantities in Earth's natural environment; it is typically born inside massive stars and ejected into cosmic space when those stars undergo supernova explosions. Therefore, iron-60 has long been...

2026-09-14

The Nuclear Medicine Full-Chain High-Quality Development Empowerment Training Program Was Successfully Held in Mianyang, Sichuan

From September 6 to 11, the Nuclear Medicine Full-Chain High-Quality Development Empowerment Training Program, hosted by the Department of Human Resources and Social Security of Sichuan Province and organized by Mianyang Central Hospital, was successfully held in Mianyang, Sichuan. Hundreds of nuclear medicine peers from all over the country, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Tianjin, Chongqing, and Chengdu, completed all course studies and returned to their posts fully loaded with training results. This training was hosted by the Department of Human Resources and Social Security of Sichuan Province, organized by Mianyang Central Hospital, and co-organized by multiple departments including the Mianyang Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau and the Fourth Division of Science and Technology Innovation and Industrial Innovation Integration Development of Mianyang Science and Technology City. The training content focused on nuclear medicine from laboratory research and development to clinical application...

2026-09-14

Chubu Electric Power Company withdraws regulatory review application for Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant reactors

Chubu Electric Power Company said on Monday that it will withdraw its regulatory review application to restart reactors at the Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant in Shizuoka Prefecture in central Japan. The company also announced the resignation of President Kingo Hayashi and Chairman Satoru Katsuno, who will take responsibility for the company's tampering with seismic data during the restart screening of the plant's Units 3 and 4 reactors.

2026-09-14

Korea Nuclear Safety Foundation Signs MRA with IEEE of the United States to Enhance International Credibility of Nuclear Power Equipment Performance Verification

The Korea Nuclear Safety Foundation (Chairman Kim Sung-jin) formally signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) in the field of nuclear power equipment performance verification with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Incorporated (IEEE) on the 14th in Seongnam City, Gyeonggi Province. The core of this MRA lies in: both parties mutually recognizing that their respective performance verification certification systems possess equivalent levels of professional competence and quality management capability. Under the agreement, the Korea Nuclear Safety Foundation and IEEE will mutually confirm that each other's performance verification systems continuously maintain the same...

2026-09-14

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung Meets with Asian Development Bank President, Plans to Expand Cooperation in Critical Minerals, AI, and Nuclear Power

Recently, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung met with Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda, and the two sides reached multiple consensus points on deepening cooperation. This meeting was prompted by diplomatic interactions between South Korea and Central Asian leaders, and both sides proposed combining South Korea's technological strengths with the ADB's financial instruments to jointly expand cooperation space in the Asia-Pacific region. On the day of the meeting, President Lee Jae-myung received President Kanda at his office at 11 a.m. This visit coincided with Kanda's attendance at the South Korea-Uzbekistan summit and the first South Korea-Central Asia summit. Kang Yoo-jung, Chief Spokesperson of the Blue House, stated in a written briefing that this meeting served as an important exchange between South Korea and the ADB in the fields of energy and technology.

2026-09-14