With the growing demand for hydrogen as a clean energy source, the research into efficient and sustainable production methods is becoming increasingly important. The PacemCAT consortium plays a key role in this crucial work, holding its kick-off meeting in Budapest in recent days. Within the framework of the HORIZON MSCA Read more…
A delegation from China with 12 members visited the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research on 29 of November 2024. The purpose of the visit was to establish a cooperation agreement between the HUN-REN CER and the China Institute for Atomic Energy (CIAE). The Chinese delegation integrated the leaders and scientist Read more…
An international training course on Control of Nuclear Material in Use, Movement, and Storage was held between 4 and 8 November in Budapest, organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK-CER). Thirty-three participants from 23 countries attended the training. During the Read more…
A unique radiological exercise took place on October 11 at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest. The participating Hungarian authorities simulated the prevention and counter of a radiological terrorist attack with representation of international experts. At the request of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME), Read more…
The PIANOFORTE survey engaged a diverse range of stakeholders from Europe and beyond to gather insights on radiation protection research priorities, revealing distinct groups with varying attitudes towards the subject. The survey’s findings highlighted the importance of ongoing stakeholder engagement and effective communication, influencing research priorities for PIANOFORTE Open Calls Read more…
Researchers at the Institute of Technical Physics and Materials Science of the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK-CER) are developing mobile gas detectors, background radiation detectors, and sensors for monitoring vibrations in installations. These new types of low-power mobile and wearable sensors, made using micro- and nanotechnology tools, will Read more…
Researchers from the Nuclear Analysis and Radiography Department of the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK-CER NAL) have prepared hundreds of pages of reports providing the basis for the guideline for the design of radiation-resistant and shielding-reinforced concrete structures for the Paks II. investment. The nuclear analytical infrastructure linked Read more…
