International Conference on Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies: Building the Future in an Evolving World
Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of the event is to foster an exchange of information and enhance global awareness of crucial emergency preparedness and response topics. This will be achieved by discussing advancements at national and international levels; addressing challenges and opportunities; sharing experiences; and evaluating current and future trends, innovative technologies and approaches and lessons from real-life events. Additionally, the Conference aims to identify priorities for improving preparedness and response to nuclear and radiological emergencies to ensure readiness in a rapidly evolving world.
Participation
All persons wishing to participate in the event must be designated by an IAEA Member State or should be a member of an organization that has been invited to attend.
Target Audience
The conference is aimed at senior level officials and technical experts in EPR. Contributions are invited from: regulatory bodies, response organizations (such as medical services, law enforcement and civil protection), operating organizations, technical support organizations, and others involved in EPR for nuclear and radiological incidents and emergencies. Participation from early career professionals, researchers, civil society organizations, and members of academic institutions is encouraged.
Abstract submission
The IAEA welcomes high-quality contributions that fall under one of the following topics listed below:
- Innovative technologies for EPR: Opportunities, Lessons Learned and Challenges;
- Challenges and proposed solutions in Protection Strategies;
- Termination, recovery and long-term response considerations;
- Nuclear Safety/Security Interface;
- Supporting First Responders: fire, police, civil protection, medical, military-civilian disaster response;
- Capacity Building;
- Communication in Emergencies;
- Public Health and Medical Response;
- Coordination and Cooperation Mechanisms in Emergency Preparedness and Response;
- Strategy for Establishing EPR arrangements for radiological emergencies in every Member State.
Exhibitions
A limited amount of space will be available for commercial vendors’ displays/exhibits during the conference. Interested parties should contact the Scientific Secretariat by email by 2 May 2025.