Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board
Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board has influenced policy and decision making on a wide range of nuclear and radiation issues, including: furthering the understanding of beneficial medical, industrial, and research uses of radiation; evaluating radiation occupational health and safety; managing radioactive waste; and securing radioactive sources and other nuclear materials. Additionally, the board has assessed civilian nuclear energy programs, nuclear nonproliferation, and national defense applications across the U.S. nuclear complex. NRSB supports the participation of the United States in the Radiation Effects Research Foundation in Japan and convenes the Gilbert W. Beebe Symposium on topics related to radiation health effects.
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Description
The mission of the Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board is to (1) provide an open forum for discussion, and (2) organize and oversee studies on safety, security, technical efficacy, and other policy and societal issues arising from the application of nuclear and radiation-based technologies, including:
- Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, including assessments and amelioration of biological, health, and other effects.
- Generation, use, remediation, and disposition of nuclear materials and radioactive (including mixed) wastes.
- Malevolent uses of nuclear and radiation-based technologies.
- Risks, benefits, and/or efficacies of nuclear and radiation-based applications, including medical applications.
The board also supports the participation of the United States in the Radiation Effects Research Foundation and sponsors the Gilbert W. Beebe Symposium on radiation health effects.
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Charles Ferguson
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Daniel Mulrow
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Darlene M Gros