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17 articles for “Nuclear safety”
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Reimagining Nuclear Reactor Safety: The Study toward Passive Safety
Abstract: Nuclear power has been at a crossroads for decades. Acclaimed for its massive, decarbonized energy production, it has also been questioned because of the disastrous possibility of mishaps. Nuclear power remains a vital component of the global energy mix, offering a low-carbon, high- capacity solution to growing energy demands. However, its widespread adoption has historically been tempered by public safety concerns, amplified by incidents like Chernobyl and Fukushima. Traditional reactor …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 6–15 Read article
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Nuclear Reactor Safety Using Seismic and Natural Disaster Protection: A Study
Abstract: Nuclear energy has enormous power and is essential to the global effort to provide clean, sustainable electricity, but it also carries a huge responsibility: guaranteeing its complete safety. Nuclear energy is at a turning point. Nuclear power provides a potent, carbon-free answer as the globe struggles with climate change and the pressing need to decarbonize energy grids. However, public fear, primarily from past mishaps like Chernobyl and Fukushima, continues to …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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Towards a Safer Nuclear Future: Safety, Security, and Proliferation
Abstract: The worldwide spread of nuclear technology creates both possibilities and hazards, thereby requiring a thorough strategy for nuclear safety, security, and non-proliferation. This paper looks at the linked issues of stopping nuclear accidents, protecting materials from nefarious use, and controlling the proliferation of nuclear weapons. It investigates the efficacy of treaties like the Nuclear Non- Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and looks at international regulatory systems, including those run by the International …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 34–47 Read article
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Integrated Frameworks for Artifical Intelligence in Radioactive Waste Characterization and Nuclear Lifecycle Safety
Abstract: The management and characterization of radioactive waste represent a pivotal challenge for the global energy sector, requiring the convergence of advanced physics, material science, and computational intelligence. As the nuclear industry undergoes a paradigm shift toward decommissioning legacy facilities and establishing deep geological repositories, the limitations of traditional, manually-intensive waste management processes have become increasingly apparent. Rigid separation from the biosphere is required for radioactive waste, which is defined by …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Nuclear Reactor Safety Using Fuel Pallet: A Study
Abstract: Nuclear power stands as a vital source of low-carbon electricity, but its widespread acceptance hinges critically on unwavering safety. While public perception often focuses on massive containment buildings, intricate cooling systems, and redundant backup power, a less visible yet fundamentally crucial component plays a paramount role in safety. There is much more to these tiny, cylindrical ceramic pellets than just fissionable material. As an essential part of a reactor's defense-in-depth …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Nuclear power—benefit or threat? Nuclear Engineering and Technology Examination
Abstract: As the globe struggles with climate change and energy security, nuclear power is back in the news. This low-carbon, high-output alternative to fossil fuels can stabilise electrical networks, say supporters. Critics say catastrophic accidents, radioactive waste, high costs, and technology spread are risks. When the earth is warming quickly and energy demand is expanding worldwide, finding reliable, low-carbon energy sources is more critical than ever. Nuclear power is a potential …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 24–36 Read article
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A Study on Innovations in Primary Containment Technology for Safer Nuclear Power
Abstract: Nuclear power is a powerful carbon-free energy source that balances enormous potential with widespread public fear. Fear of radioactive leakage, a catastrophic catastrophe that might have long-lasting effects on the environs and human health, is at the core of this anxiety. The future of nuclear energy depends on finding a solution to this issue, and at the heart of that debate is the idea of primary containment, a technological marvel …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 37–44 Read article
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The Next Era of Nuclear Engineering: Beyond Fission
Abstract: Nuclear engineering is going through a big change as new technologies strain the limits of classical fission-based power generation. This article talks about the future generation of nuclear technologies, such as new reactor designs, small modular reactors (SMRs), and the growing potential of nuclear fusion. It looks at how these changes are meant to make nuclear energy safer, use less fuel, and create less long-lived radioactive waste, which are all …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Nuclear Power as a Clean Energy Future: A Review
Abstract: The global push for decarbonization necessitates a diverse energy portfolio, and nuclear power, once a subject of intense debate, is re-emerging as a potential cornerstone of a clean energy future. With its capacity for baseload power generation and minimal greenhouse gas emissions during operation, nuclear energy offers a compelling substitute for fossil fuels, particularly in a world grappling with climate change. However, challenges remain regarding safety, waste disposal, and economic …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Role of Machine Learning Principles for Efficient Nuclear Fuel Management and Design
Abstract: The introduction of machine learning (ML) and evolutionary computation methods in addressing complex nuclear fuel management challenges has brought a significant positive change in the domain of nuclear fuel management. Key applications include fuel assembly design optimization, core loading pattern determination, burnup calculation acceleration, fuel performance prediction, and spent fuel characterization. The analysis reveals significant improvements in computational efficiency, prediction accuracy, and optimization capabilities when ML techniques are properly integrated …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 22–33 Read article
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MIRDcalc & OLINDA/EXM Dosimetry Software Analysis by SPECT/CT Scan Data of Lu-177 DOTATATE Radionuclide Therapy of NET Patients
Abstract: Accurate dosimetry is essential in nuclear medicine for optimizing radionuclide therapies and ensuring patient safety. In Radiopharmaceutical dosimetry the Medical Internal Radiation Dosimetry (MIRD)Society is the pioneer in organ-level dosimetry providing the fundamental basis for commonly used clinical and research dosimetry software like MIRDOSE and OLINDA/EXM. Recently, in MIRD Pamphlet No. 28, Part 1, the MIRD committee of the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging presented a new Software …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 48–63 Read article
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TOXICOLOGY: Present-Day Difficulties for Investigating Safety Science and Target Safety Evaluation of Major Human Hepatocytes
Abstract: Preclinical toxicology has developed into a more thorough understanding of toxicity pathways from its descriptive beginnings. Technological developments have made it possible to forecast safety occurrences, mitigate adverse effects, and create safety biomarkers. Because they are able to self-renew and specialize into different types of human body cells, stem cells are currently being employed for in vitro toxicological applications. However, as compared to primary human hepatocytes, stem cell-derived HLCs perform …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Advances in Analytical Chemistry Research Methodology: Trends and Applications
Abstract: Analytical chemistry is critical to scientific study because it allows for the accurate identification, measurement, and characterization of chemical compounds. Recent advances in methodology have improved accuracy, sensitivity, and efficiency, with techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Mass Spectrometry (MS), and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy transforming analytical procedures. The combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) has enhanced data processing, pattern recognition, and …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Challenges in the Commercialization of Lithium (Li)–Sulphur (S) Batteries †
Abstract: Li-S batteries can be used in drones owing to their high gravimetric energy density (2600 Wh/kg of sulphur) as well as the high theoretical specific capacity values (1674 mAh/g) values. Most of the ground breaking inventions in energy sources occurred during war time (1st September 1939-2nd September 1945), including the discovery of the famous nuclear fission process that lead to the origin of the little boy and the fat man. …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–36 Read article
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Nutrient-Mediated Activation of Cellular Signaling Pathways: Mechanistic Insights into Attenuation of Toxin Induced Inflammation in Food Animals
Abstract: Dietary and environmental toxins remain a persistent challenge in food animal production, where subclinical and clinical inflammation compromises health, productivity, and food safety. Toxin induced inflammation is driven by oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and dysregulated immune signaling, resulting in impaired metabolic efficiency and increased disease susceptibility. Recent advances in nutritional science have revealed that nutrients act not only as substrates for growth but also as signaling molecules capable of modulating …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Pharmacodynamics and Drug–Receptor Interactions: Integrating PK/PD Modeling with Modern Drug Development
Abstract: Understanding drug action requires an integrated perspective of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, which together determine therapeutic efficacy and safety. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the mechanisms underlying drug action, with particular emphasis on drug–receptor interactions and their role in modulating physiological responses. Drugs exert their effects primarily through interactions with specific biological targets, including receptors, enzymes, ion channels, and transporters, resulting in a spectrum of desired and adverse outcomes. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Path Lab-AI: An Autonomous Framework for Error-Free Histopathology Slide Interpretation
Abstract: Path Lab-AI represents a fully autonomous platform for the analysis of histopathology slides with circumscribed structures, designed to obtain highly accurate results using diagnostic methods and avoiding the usual limitations of standard microscopy-based pathology. Leveraging recent deep learning and whole slide image (WSI) analysis innovations, our system takes advantage of automated WSI ingestion along with pre-processing steps to account for staining variability, remove artifacts, and localize tissue from background. Such …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–30 Read article