Overview of The CNS Global Incidents and Trafficking Database
The only public database of its kind, includes global nuclear & radiological security trends, findings, policy recommendations, and interactive visualizations.
Analysis
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Tutorial on Nuclear and Radiological Security
Nuclear and radiological security aims to ensure nuclear and other radioactive materials are secure from unauthorized access and theft, and that nuclear facilities are secure from sabotage.
Tutorial on Nuclear 101
Understanding nuclear materials, including how plutonium and enriched uranium are produced, and the basics of nuclear energy and nuclear weapons, is the focus of this tutorial.
Replacing Cesium-137 Research Irradiators
Radioactive Investigators: Recovering Orphan Radioactive Sources with Innovative Methods and New Tools
CNS experts use new tools to track and recover unaccounted radioactive sources, called "orphan" sources. (CNS)
Preventing a Dirty Bomb: Case Studies and Lessons Learned
The report identifies key roles played by federal, state, and local regulators, operators, and decision makers in implementing cesium-137 substitution strategies.
Sustaining Progress on Securing and Eliminating Dangerous Radiological Sources
Remarks by Laura S. H. Holgate, Amb (ret.), NTI Vice President, to the Global Partnership Working Group in Paris, France on February 7, 2019.
Remarks by Laura S.H. Holgate at International Conference on the Security of Radioactive Material’s Panel on International Organizations
On December 3, 2018, Laura S.H. Holgate appeared on a panel at the International Conference on the Security of Radioactive Material. The panel discussed international organizations and their roles and initiatives in prevention and detection of the misuse of radioactive materials.
Replacing Cesium-137 Irradiators: Alternative and Emerging Technology
Hospitals and research centers are addressing security, safety and liability concerns by replacing cesium-137 irradiators with alternative technologies.
Replacing Cesium-137 Irradiators: Leaders Taking Steps
Decision makers in the United States and across the world are taking steps to eliminate the risk of dirty bombs through cesium-137 irradiator replacement.