#MARCH2025 NEWSWIRE
Explore the top innovations and policy updates in radiation detection from March 2025—impacting security, medicine, and nuclear tech.
Pavel Fidler
Radiation Detectors Explained: Principles, Technologies, and Applications
Explore how different radiation detectors work, from gas-filled tubes and scintillators to semiconductors and passive dosimeters. Learn the physics and applications in this accessible guide for an educated audience.
How Does Radiation Really Affect the Human Body?
Explore the science behind ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Learn about short-term and long-term health effects, dose impacts, medical uses, and safety guidelines based on current research.
Radiation in the Wild: Sources, Safety, and Lessons from Disasters
Radiation Isn’t Just From Nuclear Plants
You’re exposed to natural and human-made radiation daily. Let’s explore its sources, safety protocols, and what we’ve learned from past mistakes.
Where Does Radiation Come From?
1. Natural Sources
* Cosmic Rays: Increase with altitude (flyers take note!).
* Radon Gas: The
Understanding Radiation: Types, Health Risks, and How to Measure It
Radiation, from sunlight to medical tech, is all around us but can be both helpful and harmful. Understanding ionizing vs. non-ionizing types, health risks, and safety limits is key to making smart choices for health, tech, and the environment. Let’s unpack the science behind the scenes.
Radiation Detection for Dummies: A Comprehensive Guide
Radiation detection identifies and measures ionizing radiation, including alpha, beta, gamma, and X-rays. Instruments like Geiger counters, scintillation detectors, and ionization chambers monitor radiation levels to ensure safety and regulatory compliance across various fields.
Nuclear Security at Public Events: Safeguarding Against Invisible Threats
Protecting Public Events from Nuclear Threats: How Security Measures Keep Us Safe. Learn how nuclear security measures prevent radiological threats at major public events. Also, learn about risks, detection methods, and emergency response strategies.
Why Have Dirty Bombs Not Been Used?
A "dirty bomb" is a radiological dispersal device (RDD) that combines explosives with radioactive material. While relatively easy to construct, they are not efficient killing devices and pose technical challenges for dispersion. International condemnation and severe consequences deter their use.
Are We Ready for a ‘Dirty Bomb’ Attack? How Smart Strategies Can Save Lives and Costs
Are We Ready for a ‘Dirty Bomb’ Attack? A radiological attack could cause mass panic, but smart planning can save lives and costs. Research shows that the most efficient strategy is a mix of rapid screening and targeted antidote use. How should governments prepare?
#FEB2025 NEWSWIRE
February 2025 Industry News: Key Updates in Radiation Detection & Security Screening