Posts with Tag: Peaceful Uses

Expanding Access to Peaceful Uses: State Experience with the Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources

25 March 2024 •

The VCDNP hosted a hybrid panel discussion on the Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources and its importance to the expansion of peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology.

Expanding Non-Power Peaceful Use Applications of Nuclear Science and Technology to Create an Enabling Environment for Nuclear Power

16 November 2023 •

Peaceful Uses, Publications, Reports and Papers

VCDNP Senior Research Associates Anthony Stott and Ingrid Kirsten co-authored a paper on the peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology in developing countries.

Expanding Access to the Benefits of Ionising Radiation

23 August 2023 •

Event Reports

The VCDNP hosted a side event at the 2023 NPT Preparatory Committee meeting focused on IAEA coordinated research projects and expanding access to the benefits of ionising radiation.

The Eleventh NPT Review Cycle: Is There a Path Forward?

14 June 2023 •

Event Reports

The VCDNP and CNS convened a high-level diplomatic workshop in Krems, Austria to discuss the upcoming NPT Preparatory Committee meeting.

Navigating the IAEA Budget Process

13 June 2023 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Nuclear Safeguards, Peaceful Uses, Publications

A new VCDNP “Governing the Atom” brief focuses on the IAEA’s budget, the budget negotiation process, and challenges to the IAEA’s resources.

The Contribution of Ionising Radiation to Trade and Agriculture Development

8 May 2023 •

Event Reports

The VCDNP hosted a panel discussion on the contribution of ionising radiation to trade and agriculture development, including the role of the private sector and the support provided by the IAEA.

Expanding Access to Peaceful Uses: Role of the Nuclear Regulatory Body in Fostering Supportive Nuclear Safety and Security Cultures

17 February 2023 •

Event Reports

The VCDNP organised a panel to discuss the experience of nuclear regulators in Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, and Malaysia in addressing nuclear safety and security and the support provided to them by the IAEA.

Expanding Access To Peaceful Uses Of Nuclear Power

11 January 2023 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Peaceful Uses, Publications, Reports and Papers

The VCDNP’s case study and its associated fact sheet on expanding access to peaceful uses of nuclear power examine the factors that drive Ghana’s progress in implementing a nuclear power programme.

The VCDNP’s Contribution to Tenth NPT Review Conference

22 August 2022 •

Event Reports

A VCDNP delegation participated in the Tenth NPT Review Conference and hosted a side event on peaceful uses.

Nuclear Technology for Research and Sustainable Development: The Benefits of Accelerator and X-Ray Technologies

18 July 2022 •

Event Reports

On 7 July 2022, the VCDNP hosted a webinar on the benefits of accelerator and X-ray technologies and their potential to expand access to nuclear technologies for health, the environment and food security in developing countries

“Vienna Issues” and the Tenth NPT Review Conference

30 June 2022 •

Event Reports

On 15 June 2022, the VCDNP and CNS held a high level diplomatic workshop ahead of the Tenth NPT Review Conference with a particular focus on the non-proliferation and peaceful uses pillars.

Advancing Access to Radiotherapy in Middle-and Low-Income Countries

9 June 2022 •

Event Reports, Peaceful Uses, Publications, Reports and Papers

The VCDNP’s new case study on advancing access to radiotherapy in low-and middle income countries (LMICs) examines some of the reasons behind the shortage of radiotherapy machines in LMICs and draws on Zambia’s success in this regard and discussions with experts and policy makers across the globe for lessons learned in providing cancer care for all.

Spring 2022 Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Short Course

2 June 2022 •

Course Reports

From 16 to 20 May 2022, the VCDNP held its twenty‑third intensive short course on nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament for diplomats and practitioners.

Balancing the Three Pillars of the NPT: How Can Promoting Peaceful Uses Help?

18 May 2022 •

Peaceful Uses, Publications, Reports and Papers

VCDNP’s Ingrid Kirsten and Mara Zarka argue for the need to invest in peaceful uses of nuclear science, technology and applications to strike a better balance among the NPT’s three pillars and to promote global human security.

Amendment to the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material (A/CPPNM)

5 March 2022 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Peaceful Uses, Publications

A new VCDNP fact sheet provides an overview of the Amendment to the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material, touching on key questions for the Convention’s 2022 Review Conference.

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