http://www.iaea.org/books IAEA New Publications http://www.iaea.org/bookshttp://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/pubcovers/rsshead.jpgiaeabookshttp://feedburner.google.com http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10365/Radiation-Safety-in-Industrial-Radiography-Specific-Safety-Guide-French-Edition- 14 May 2013 ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8770/Aplicacin-del-Mtodo-de-la-Matriz-de-Riesgo-a-la-Radioterapia- 14 May 2013 ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10483/Nuclear-Security-Systems-and-Measures-for-the-Detection-of-Nuclear-and-Other-Radioactive-Material-out-of-Regulatory-Control- 10 May 2013 ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8923/The-1988-Joint-Protocol-Relating-to-the-Application-of-the-Vienna-Convention-and-the-Paris-Convention-Explanatory-Text- 09 May 2013 This publication complements IAEA International Law Series No.3 and reproduces the explanatory text on the 1988 Joint Protocol Relating to the Application of the Vienna Convention on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage and the Paris Convention on Third Party Liability in the Field of Nuclear Energy. Finalized by the International Expert Group on Nuclear Liability (INLEX), this text constitutes a comprehensive study and authoritative interpretation of that instrument.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8789/Practical-Guidance-on-Peptide-Receptor-Radionuclide-Therapy-PRRNT-in-Neuroendocrine-Tumours- 09 May 2013 This publication provides comprehensive multidisciplinary guidance to promote standardized, effective and safe implementation of best practices for treating neuroendocrine and gastro-entero-pancreatic tumours applying peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRNT). Taking into account the latest international classifications of neuroendocrine tumours, both PRRNT as sole treatment and as a treatment in combination with other options are considered. Comprehensive protocols for employing either 90Y or 177Lu tagged somatostatin receptor-targeting peptides and clinically tested protocols for renal protection are presented. The publication comprises a comprehensive compilation of medical evidence and experience. Furthermore, it contains clinical presentations, eligibility criteria and means of assessing the effectiveness of therapy utilizing molecular and morphological medical imaging techniques. The publication is a practical reference for specialists in clinical oncology and in nuclear medi... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10493/Safeguards-Implementation-Guide-for-States-with-Small-Quantities-Protocols- 07 May 2013 This publication is aimed at States with very limited quantities of nuclear material, which have Small Quantities Protocols to their comprehensive safeguards agreements with the IAEA. It explains the safeguards activities carried out in these States, and provides forms and instructions for completing them. It is primarily intended for individuals responsible for safeguards implementation. Recognizing that they often have other responsibilities such as radiation safety and security, the Guide highlights some possibilities for synergies among these disciplines.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10435/Regulatory-Oversight-of-Safety-Culture-in-Nuclear-Installations- 07 May 2013 ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8880/Isotope-Methods-for-Dating-Old-Groundwater- 05 May 2013 This guidebook provides theoretical and practical information for using a variety of isotope tracers for dating “old” groundwater, i.e. water stored in geological formations for periods ranging from about 1000 to one million years. Theoretical underpinnings of the methods and guidelines for their use in different hydrogeological environments are described. The guidebook also presents a number of case studies providing insight into how various isotopes have been used in aquifers around the world. The methods, findings and conclusions presented in this publication will enable students and practicing groundwater scientists to evaluate the use of isotope dating tools for specific issues related to the assessment and management of groundwater resources. In addition, the guidebook will be of use to the scientific community interested in issues related to radioactive waste disposal in geological repositories.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10449/Regulations-for-the-Safe-Transport-of-Radioactive-Material-2012-Edition-Specific-Safety-Requirements-French-Edition- 02 May 2013 ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10361/International-Safeguards-in-Nuclear-Facility-Design-and-Construction- 23 Apr 2013 This IAEA publication is the first in a new safeguards-by-design group of publications that provides guidance on the inclusion of safeguards considerations in nuclear facility design and construction. This initial volume introduces the basic principles of safeguards by design (SBD) and discusses the goals, the costs and rewards, and places the information into the context of nuclear facility design and construction. Benefits and opportunities for all stakeholders are emphasized. The guidance is aimed at enhancing the understanding of nuclear facility vendors and designers regarding the safeguards obligations of both the State and the IAEA, at improving the cooperation between all stakeholders in safeguards implementation, and in minimizing the cost of implementation for all stakeholders.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8921/Radiotracer-Generators-for-Industrial-Applications- 22 Apr 2013 This publication, which draws on the outcome of an IAEA coordinated research project and on the input from experts in the field, provides a unique source of information pertaining to the development and use of radiotracer generators and their use in troubleshooting and optimizing industrial processes. It describes the results of research undertaken in the characterization of 68Ge/68Ga, 137Cs/137mBa, 99Mo/99mTc and 113Sn/113mIn radiotracer generators and their validation in industrial process investigations. Looking at trends in the industrialization process of developing countries, there is evidence that radiotracer techniques will continue to play an important role in industry for many years to come and the findings of this research project will help Member States to make larger use of radiotracer technology for problem resolution in industry and environment.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8882/The-Safety-Case-and-Safety-Assessment-for-the-Predisposal-Management-of-Radioactive-Waste- 18 Apr 2013 This Safety Guide provides recommendations and guidance for the development and regulatory review of the safety case and supporting safety assessment throughout the lifetime of a facility. The recommendations and guidance provided in this Safety Guide can be used irrespective of how the safety case and safety assessment processes are addressed within national regulatory frameworks. It summarizes the most important considerations in assessing and demonstrating the safety of facilities and activities and recommends the steps that should be followed in developing the safety case and performing the safety assessment.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8641/Advances-in-Airborne-and-Ground-Geophysical-Methods-for-Uranium-Exploration- 18 Apr 2013 Due to growing global energy demand, many countries have seen a rise in uranium exploration activities in the past few years, and newly designed geophysical instruments and their application in uranium exploration are contributing to an increased probability of successful discoveries. This publication highlights advances in airborne and ground geophysical techniques and methods for uranium exploration, succinctly describing modern geophysical methods and demonstrating their application with examples.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8926/Computer-Security-at-Nuclear-Facilities-Arabic-Edition- 17 Apr 2013 This publication provides guidance specific to nuclear facilities on implementing a computer security programme and evaluating existing programmes. The use of computer systems to cover an increasing range of functions at nuclear facilities introduces new vulnerabilities that could seriously endanger nuclear security if not addressed in a rigorous and balanced manner. Digital systems are being increasingly introduced in safety, safety-related and security systems throughout facilities. Non-availability or malfunction of these systems can seriously impact nuclear safety and security, and potentially facilitate sabotage of the facility and/or theft of material. Computer security must, therefore, be a key component of overall facility security.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8911/Periodic-Safety-Review-for-Nuclear-Power-Plants- 10 Apr 2013 This Safety Guide provides recommendations and guidance on conducting periodic safety review (PSR) of an existing nuclear power plant. PSR is a comprehensive safety review of all important aspects of safety, carried out at regular intervals, typically every ten years. In addition, PSR may be used in support of the decision making process for licence renewal or long term operation, or for restart of a nuclear power plant following a prolonged shutdown. The review process described in this Safety Guide is valid for nuclear power plants of any age and may have a wider applicability, for example to research reactors and radioactive waste management facilities, by means of a graded approach. Although PSR may not be an appropriate means for identifying safety issues in the decommissioning phase, the documentation resulting from PSR of an operating nuclear power plant will be an important input when planning decommissioning.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10464/Lessons-Learned-from-the-Response-to-Radiation-Emergencies-1945-2010-EPR-Lessons-Learned-2012-Russian-Edition- 27 Mar 2013 ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8947/Radiation-Protection-and-Management-of-NORM-Residues-in-the-Phosphate-Industry- 27 Mar 2013 This Safety Report is a compilation of detailed information on the processes and materials associated with the phosphate industry and on the radiological considerations that need to be taken into account by the regulatory body when determining the nature and extent of radiation protection measures. It has been developed as part of the IAEA’s programme on the application of its safety standards in the field of radiation, transport and waste safety. The information provided will assist in the implementation of a graded approach to regulation, in terms of which the application of the requirements of the safety standards is commensurate with the characteristics of the practice or source and with the magnitude and likelihood of the exposures. The publication also provides information on expected radionuclide concentrations, exposure levels and the most appropriate regulatory approach in the phosphate industry and covers the mining and beneficiation of phosphate ore, phosphoric acid producti... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8853/Management-and-Storage-of-Research-Reactor-Spent-Nuclear-Fuel-Proceedings-of-a-Technical-Meeting-held-in-Thurso-United-Kingdom-19-22-October-2009- 26 Mar 2013 The intermediate storage of the research reactor spent nuclear fuel is a real challenge for operators, as this period in some cases can extend for over 50 years until a final decision is made. This publication presents the proceedings of a technical meeting to discuss good practices for the management and storage of research reactor spent fuel. The information provided on these issues will be of interest to managers of research reactors and research reactor spent nuclear fuel facilities.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10436/Establishing-the-Nuclear-Security-Infrastructure-for-a-Nuclear-Power-Programme- 22 Mar 2013 This publication provides guidance on the actions that should be taken by a State to implement an effective nuclear security infrastructure for a nuclear power programme. The topics covered are: development of national policy and strategy; common nuclear security measures; infrastructure issues relating to nuclear and other radioactive material, associated facilities and cooperation with other States. The guidance provided is intended primarily for use by national policy makers, national legislators, competent authorities, institutions and individuals that are involved in the establishment, implementation, maintenance or sustainability of the nuclear security infrastructure for a nuclear power programme.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10370/PRIS-STATISTICS-Power-Reactor-Information-System-Statistical-Reports-Users-Manual- 22 Mar 2013 ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10451/Advances-in-High-Temperature-Gas-Cooled-Reactor-Fuel-Technology- 21 Mar 2013 This publication reports on the results of a coordinated research project on advances in high temperature gas cooled reactor (HTGR) fuel technology and describes the findings of research activities on coated particle developments. These comprise two specific benchmark exercises with the application of HTGR fuel performance and fission product release codes, which helped compare the quality and validity of the computer models against experimental data. The project participants also examined techniques for fuel characterization and advanced quality assessment/quality control. The key exercise included a round-robin experimental study on the measurements of fuel kernel and particle coating properties of recent Korean, South African and US coated particle productions applying the respective qualification measures of each participating Member State. The summary report documents the results and conclusions achieved by the project and underlines the added value to contemporary knowledge on HT... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10488/Status-of-Fast-Reactor-Research-and-Technology-Development- 19 Mar 2013 Based on a recommendation from the Technical Working Group on Fast Reactors, this publication is a regular update of previous publications on fast reactor technology. The publication provides comprehensive and detailed information on the technology of fast neutron reactors. The focus is on practical issues that are useful to engineers, scientists, managers, university students and professors. The main issues of discussion are experience in design, construction, operation and decommissioning, various areas of research and development, engineering, safety and national strategies, and public acceptance of fast reactors. In the summary the reader will find national strategies, international initiatives on innovative (i.e. Generation IV) systems and an assessment of public acceptance as related to fast reactors.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8667/Status-of-Fast-Reactor-Research-and-Technology-Development- 14 Mar 2013 Based on a recommendation from the Technical Working Group on Fast Reactors, this publication is a regular update of previous publications on fast reactor technology. The publication provides comprehensive and detailed information on the technology of fast neutron reactors. The focus is on practical issues that are useful to engineers, scientists, managers, university students and professors. The main issues of discussion are experience in design, construction, operation and decommissioning, various areas of research and development, engineering, safety and national strategies, and public acceptance of fast reactors. In the summary the reader will find national strategies, international initiatives on innovative (i.e. Generation IV) systems and an assessment of public acceptance as related to fast reactors.... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/10448/Regulations-for-the-Safe-Transport-of-Radioactive-Material-2012-Edition-Specific-Safety-Requirements-Chinese-Edition- 25 Feb 2013 This publication establishes the regulations that apply to the transport of radioactive material by all modes of transport on land, water or in the air, including transport that is incidental to the use of the radioactive material. The objective and scope of the regulations are described in detail as well as the range of their application. The publication provides requirements useful to governments, regulators, operators of nuclear facilities, carriers, users of radiation sources and cargo handling personnel. Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Definitions; 3. General provisions; 4. Activity limits and classification; 5. Requirements and controls for transport; 6. Requirements for radioactive materials and for packagings and packages; 7. Test procedures; 8. Approval and administrative requirements; Annex I: Summary of approval and prior notification requirements; Annex II: Conversion factors and prefixes; Annex III: Summary of consignments requiring exclusive use. (Formerly known as TS-R-1)... ]]> http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8934/Use-of-External-Experts-by-the-Regulatory-Body- 21 Feb 2013 This Safety Guide provides recommendations and guidance on meeting the requirements of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. GSR Part 1 on obtaining expert advice or services for the regulatory body. It informs the regulatory body on the process it should use to determine the need for external expert advice, and the processes and procedures for identifying a suitable support provider and making contractual arrangements for the work. It also provides recommendations and guidance on how the regulatory body should take the advice of external experts into account while still retaining responsibility in making its decisions.... ]]>