Iran unveils three new radiation sites in nuclear power plants

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has announced the launch of three new radiation sites at the country’s nuclear power plants.

Speaking to journalists at the presidential compound after a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, AEOI Chief Mohammad Eslami detailed the inauguration of these new sites within the first three months of the year. He emphasized the importance of integrating nuclear technology into everyday life and highlighted the significance of radiation.

“In the past three months, three radiation sites have been initiated, with plans to open at least three more in August,” Eslami stated, Caliber.Az reports via foreign media.

The newly established radiation systems aim to expand and develop peaceful atomic technologies across various sectors, including health, medicine, agriculture, environment, security, and scientific research.

Key applications of radiation in the nuclear industries include:

Medical field: Radiotherapy and the production of diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.

Health and hygiene sector: Sterilization of medical equipment, pest control in agriculture, and enhancing the shelf life of food.

Industrial sector: Improving the properties of polymers, ion implantation, and the production of industrial radioisotopes.