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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…
It’s been a while since EK’s Space Research Department signed the contract with ESA to take prime role in a consortium with Advacam, Airbus, DLR and Remred. Our aim was to build IDA (Internal Dosimetry Array) one of the very first scientific payloads of the Lunar Gateway. We are proud 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…
Researchers at the Institute of Technical Physics and Materials Science of the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK-CER) are investigating the electrical, magnetic, and catalytic properties of metal nanoclusters with novel structures stabilised by two-dimensional crystal carriers. These hybrid materials, based on two-dimensional crystals and metal nanoclusters, are expected Read more…
Hungary’s first Na-S battery, which has arrived at the site of the HUN-REN Centre for Energy Research (HUN-REN EK-CER), will be able to demonstrate innovative electric energy storage. The experiences gained during the project can assist in achieving Hungary’s carbon neutrality. Within the framework of the projects supported by the Read more…
GARCHING and OXFORD (8 February 2024) – The Joint European Torus (JET), one of the world’s largest and most powerful fusion machines, has demonstrated the ability to reliably generate fusion energy, whilst simultaneously setting a world-record in energy output. These notable accomplishments represent a significant milestone in the field of Read more…
The 2nd Call for Small and Medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) proposals of the ReMade@ARI project is open. A great opportunity for SMEs conducting circular economy research to benefit from: ∂ easy and coordinated access to more than 50 European analytical research infrastructures with full support (experiment preparation support, instrument time and Read more…
