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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. -
Nominations now open for the Radiation Health Committee
ARPANSA is seeking nominations for 3 members of the Radiation Health Committee (RHC). The Committee advises the CEO on a range of radiation protection matters. It helps draft national policies, codes and standards on radiation protection, to promote and enable consistent regulation in Australia. -
ARPANSA to host online forum on ANSTO licence application
The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) has submitted a licence application to decommission a nuclear installation, known as the High Flux Australian Reactor (HIFAR), at Lucas Heights Science and Technology Centre in Lucas Heights, New South Wales. -
ARPANSA service helps workers keep an eye on their radiation exposure
ARPANSA has launched new eye monitor technology to help medical workers track photon and beta radiation doses to the lens of their eyes. -
Talking to a scientist calms concerns
Study finds speaking to the public helps to address radiation risk perceptions. -
Nominations now open for the Nuclear Safety Committee
ARPANSA is seeking nominations for 9 members of the Nuclear Safety Committee (NSC). The Committee advises the CEO on nuclear safety and the safety of controlled facilities. -
Fukushima water release
The Japanese Government has announced the release of treated water from the decommissioned Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean will commence today, 24 August 2023, weather conditions permitting. -
Applications to join ARPANSA’s 2024-2025 graduate program are now open
Recent STEM graduates are encouraged to apply to the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency’s Graduate Program with applications closing 11 September 2023. -
National Nuclear Medicine Diagnostic Reference Levels Updated
ARPANSA has updated Australia’s nuclear medicine diagnostic reference levels to support optimised use of radiation in medical diagnosis and treatment. -
Rejuvenating our non-ionising radiation cosmetic procedures advice
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) and the Australasian College of Dermatologists have collaborated to update advice on cosmetic treatments using non-ionising radiation for consumers and treatment providers. -
ARPANSA welcomes new peak advisory body Chair
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is pleased to announce The Hon Assistant Minister Ged Kearney MP’s appointment of Dr Jane Canestra as incoming Chair of the Radiation Health and Safety Advisory Council (RHSAC). -
Planned release of treated water from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has released a comprehensive report reviewing the plans of Tokyo Electric Power Co. (TEPCO) and the Japanese Government to release treated radioactive water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
