School on Radiation Technologies

A 2-week intensive leadership and communication development programme for professionals in the radiation technologies field, including radioisotope production.

This programme is aimed at:

Managers

Researchers

Operators

Regulators

Academia

Overview

The WNU School on Radiation Technologies (RT School) is a two-week intensive leadership and communication development programme aimed at future leaders in the radiation and radioisotope field. The programme will emphasize breadth of understanding to ensure that future leaders are able to eliminate siloed thinking and explore how the many and varied elements of the industry will impact on our future. It is open to companies, governments, research institutions and regulatory authorities expected to play key roles in the field.

The 2023 School on Radiation Technologies will be held in-person, in Pretoria, South Africa, taking full advantage of the inclusive, global nature of in-person programmes.

Learn more about the School on Radiation Technologies 2023 in South Africa.

Applications to the School on Radiation Technologies are now closed. We hope to run this programme again in the Fall of 2025.

Objectives

The programme aims to:

Provide participants with broad understanding and new horizons in the area of radioisotopes and radiation technologies
Familiarize participants with the main issues encountered by practitioners in the field
Provide opportunities for participants to develop a worldwide network of contacts of unique value to their current and long-term careers
Help understand prospects and challenges in the radiation technologies field through technical tour visits of global vanguard facilities
Enforce mentorship and group work, focusing on fostering innovation, leadership and communication skills

Curriculum

The programme has been developed in consultation with an expert Programme Committee to encompass a variety of activities:

Expert-led technical tours of global vanguard facilities
Dedicated mentorship and working groups focusing on fostering innovation, leadership and communication skills
Presentations by foremost industry leaders
Extensive structured networking opportunities
Lectures by prominent experts in radioisotopes and radiation technologies

The curriculum ranges across a wide spectrum of topics relevant to radiation technologies, covering:

Operations and Regulatory Frameworks, including sources of radiation, radiological protection, production of radioisotopes and sealed sources, quality assurance and control, safety and security, packaging and transport of radioactive material, waste management and decommissioning, economics of RT programmes, and communications.
Current and future applications, including nuclear techniques in food and agriculture, human health, industrial process management, environmental protection, and life sciences.

Requirements

University degree or equivalent operational experience;
Knowledge of the basic principles of radiation technologies applied in medical, industrial, and other applications;
Demonstrated academic or professional excellence, with 2 reference letters (English preferred);
Proficiency in English, particularly oral communication, which is essential for effective participation in WNU programmes. Non-native English speaker will be asked to submit an English language certificate to demonstrate their language skills. WNU may also request an online interview to ensure English proficiency in a virtual environment.
Minimum 3 years of professional work experience in nuclear science.

Participation fees for this event:

IAEA TC-funded applications – £5,500
All other applications - £6,500

Please note: This programme is not suitable for students and undergraduates.

Venues

See previous venues

Past Venues

2021

Virtual School on Radiation TechnologiesVirtual

2019

Rosatom Technical AcademyObninsk, Russia

2017

Nuclear and Energy Research InstituteSão Paulo, Brazil

2014

Hamad Medical CorporationDoha, Qatar

2012

Kyeryong SpatelDaejeon, Republic of Korea

2010

Swiss Grand HiltonSeoul, Republic of Korea

Success Stories

Efrain Perini

Efrain Perini experienced a quick career progression following his participation in the WNU School on Radiation Technologies
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Tamer Sakr

Tamer Sakr participated in the WNU RT School 2012 as a Fellow, and in 2019 as a lecturer. Hear him describe the value WNU participation adds to careers.
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Valeriia Starovoitova

Valeriia works at IAEA, and has taken part in every WNU RT School, either as a Fellow, Mentor, or Lecturer. She describes how this experience has inspired and motivated her
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WNU RT School is an outstanding course format that gives you learning-enthusiasm for sharing knowledge with fellows and mentors from all over the world. It gives you the opportunity for your professional development making you debate the nuclear technologies with your innovative ideas meanwhile increasing your network.

Efrain Perini, IPEN, Brazil, RT School 2017
RT School is one of a kind experience. It is not just a course, it's a chance to build a network with people from all over the world and learn about the most emerging topics in the area of radiation technology.

Ewa Zwolinska, Institute of Nuclear Chemistry and Technology, Poland, RT School 2017
Without a shadow of a doubt, this will be the best school you will ever attend! (Guaranteed)

Ali Al Remeithi, Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), UAE, RT School 2014
WNU does a wonderful job of informing the nuclear industry's emerging leaders. It was both a privilege and a pleasure to have contributed to the well-run WNU School on Radiation Technologies in Obninsk in Oct 2019.

Dr. Kath Smith, ANSTO