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Review finds radio waves from mobile phones do not affect cognition
A World Health Organization commissioned systematic review finds that radio wave exposure from mobile phones does not affect learning, memory, attention span and other cognitive functions like coordination. -
Shaping the future of nuclear security
Australia joined with Kazakhstan to co-host the International Conference on Nuclear Security in Vienna on 20 to 24 May 2024. -
More research needed on airborne ultrasound health effects
Airborne ultrasound exposure guidelines from 1984 are being revisited by the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection due to their use in emerging technology. -
New regulatory portal and human factors feature at forum
Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency licence holders came together on 2-3 May to discuss proactive safety monitoring and improvements in regulatory practice. -
Notice of intention to make a decision on a facility licence
As required by subsection 48(2) of the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Regulations 2018, the CEO of ARPANSA gives notice that she intends to make a decision under section 32 of the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Act 1998. -
Australia supports nuclear and radiological security in the Asia Pacific
Australian Government agencies hosted an International Atomic Energy Agency workshop on nuclear and radiological security in Melbourne in April 2024. -
Improving global nuclear emergency management
ARPANSA’s emergency management experts have coordinated Australia’s participation in an international nuclear emergency recovery exercise. -
Melbourne radio wave exposure consistent over time
Environmental exposure to radio waves from wireless technology has not changed significantly in Melbourne over the last decade, a study led by scientists at the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency finds. -
In the dark on blue light
Evidence that blue light from devices like mobile phones causes sleep disturbance is still unclear, with more research needed says the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP). -
Sealing the source
Emergency preparedness staff and scientists at the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) were formally recognised for their work locating a lost radioactive source in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. -
Making UV visible - SunSmart Global UV app surpasses 360,000 downloads
The SunSmart Global UV app, which puts sun protection in people’s palms, is celebrating its one-year anniversary in Australia in February 2024. -
Australian expert elected International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Vice Chair
Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency expert Ken Karipidis has been elected incoming International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Vice Chair. -
ARPANSA works with AIS to reduce skin cancer risk in sports
ARPANSA contributed to the newly released Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) sun safety position statement, which aims to protect people involved in sports from cancer-causing UV radiation. -
Measuring and communicating Australia’s radiation risk
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency’s (ARPANSA) collaborative approach to measuring and communicating radiation risk was highlighted as a case study in the 2022-2023 Australian Public Service Commission State of the Service Report. -
ARPANSA collaborates with UK regulator to advance nuclear safety
A delegation from the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) visited the United Kingdom’s Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) in November 2023 following an information sharing agreement that was signed between the two agencies in September. -
ARPANSA provides support to WHO’s radio wave monograph
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) will provide $150,000 in funding to support the World Health Organization’s (WHO) research into the potential health effects of radio wave exposure on the general and working population. -
ARPANSA Annual Report 2022-23 tabled
Our latest Annual Report (2022-23) has been tabled in parliament and is now available to the public. This year's report includes information about our key activities and achievements, updates on our supporting committees, and our operational and financial performance. -
ARPANSA hosts IAEA nuclear and radiation safety review
Australia has made significant progress in building a resilient and adaptable regulatory infrastructure for radiation safety, according to a team of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) experts.
