Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 2007-06-23
Total Pages: 124
ISBN-13: 0309104106
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe International Atomic Energy Agency reports numerous incidents of illicit trafficking in radioactive materials, including ionizing radiation sources (IRSs) used in medical, agricultural, and industrial applications. This report assesses the threats posed by inadequately protected IRSs in Russia and recommends steps to enhance the effectiveness of DOE's current cooperative program with Russia. These continuing DOE's current program of quick security fixes and developing a comprehensive plan to work with Russian counterparts to reduce overall risk, within the context of a comprehensive Russian program for ensuring adequate life-cycle management of IRSs.
Book Synopsis U.S.-Russian Collaboration in Combating Radiological Terrorism by : National Research Council
Download or read book U.S.-Russian Collaboration in Combating Radiological Terrorism written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2007-06-23 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The International Atomic Energy Agency reports numerous incidents of illicit trafficking in radioactive materials, including ionizing radiation sources (IRSs) used in medical, agricultural, and industrial applications. This report assesses the threats posed by inadequately protected IRSs in Russia and recommends steps to enhance the effectiveness of DOE's current cooperative program with Russia. These continuing DOE's current program of quick security fixes and developing a comprehensive plan to work with Russian counterparts to reduce overall risk, within the context of a comprehensive Russian program for ensuring adequate life-cycle management of IRSs.