Significant Strides in PHL Nuclear Science and Technology Showcased in Vienna
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29 September 2014 - "Certainly there is movement, there are significant strides being taken, there is progression towards the goal of making nuclear science and technology work for the common good."
This was highlighted by Science and Technology Undersecretary Amelia P. Guevara as she formally opened the Philippine Exhibit on September 22 at the Rotunda of the Vienna International Center on the margins of the 58th Annual Regular Session of the IAEA General Conference, which opened on the same day.
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Philippines Reaffirms Commitment to and Cooperation with IAEA in Vienna
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25 September 2014 - Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Undersecretary Amelia P. Guevara reaffirmed the continuing commitment and cooperation of the Philippines to the objectives of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), as she led the Philippine delegation to the 58th Annual Regular Session of the IAEA General Conference in Vienna on September 23.
"The Agency will continue to play a vital role in enabling developing countries to use science and technology for development, and for maintaining international peace and security. The Agency can only do this with strong partnerships with the Member States", she stated.
Undersecretary Guevara cited some of the accomplishments of the Philippines in nuclear science and technology, and drew attention to how the country applies the IAEA's "Atoms for Peace" mandate to its national development program through efforts in increasing agricultural productivity, enhancing industrial competitiveness, ensuring accessible healthcare, and providing nuclear services to ensure public safety and environmental integrity.
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PNRI Experts at the National Workshop on Irradiation as a Phytosanitary Treatment
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The Philippine Nuclear Research Institute – Department of Science and Technology (PNRI-DOST) shared and demonstrated its expertise in irradiation technology and radiation processing during the National Training Workshop on Irradiation as a Phytosanitary Treatment held at the Intercontinental Hotel Manila, Makati City from September 16 to 18.
The workshop, which was organized by Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Plant Industry (DA–BPI) in collaboration with PNRI and the United States Department of Agriculture - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA – APHIS), aimed to improve the knowledge and technical competence of local quarantine officers regarding the use of irradiation as a phytosanitary treatment against insects. These include dose mapping for determining the proper irradiation dose and exposure time of products, as well as safety and quality procedures in irradiation facilities, among others.
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PNRI Signs MOU for Non-Destructive Training Program in South Africa
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The Philippine Nuclear Research Institute – Department of Science and Technology (PNRI-DOST) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the South African consultancy firm ISO-Q for collaboration in conducting Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), nuclear and radiation safety training programmes in South Africa on August 14 at the PNRI Compound.
The PNRI will be in charge of providing lecturers and experts on NDT, nuclear and radiation safety to South Africa to facilitate the training programme, as well as the development of manuals, syllabi and other training materials for the participants. The ISO-Q consultancy firm will handle the logistics, including the venue, equipment and the travel and living expenses of the PNRI lecturers.
ISO-Q has also committed to help develop the NDT program in the Philippines through donations for facility upgrades, additional equipment and human resources development.
ISO-Q is a private firm in South Africa which provides consultancy and training services in developing safety, health, environmental, risk and quality management.
