What is Nuclear Energy? The Science of Nuclear Power
Nov 15, 2022 · What is nuclear fission? Nuclear fission is a reaction where the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, while releasing energy. For instance, when hit by a …
Nuclear technology and applications | IAEA
Oct 22, 2025 · The IAEA assists its Member States in using nuclear science and technology for peaceful purposes and facilitates the transfer of such technology and knowledge in a …
IAEA Raises Nuclear Power Projections for Fifth Consecutive Year
Sep 15, 2025 · For the fifth year in a row, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has revised up its projections for the expansion of nuclear power, as global momentum continues …
Nuclear power and climate change | IAEA
Sep 8, 2016 · Nuclear power is a low-carbon source of energy. In 2018, nuclear power produced about 10 percent of the world’s electricity. Together with the expanding renewable energy …
Sufficient Uranium Resources Exist, However Investments Needed …
Apr 8, 2025 · Sufficient uranium resources exist to support both the continued use of nuclear power and its significant growth through 2050 and beyond. However, timely investments in …
Nuclear Data Services | IAEA
Jan 15, 2020 · The IAEA provides fundamental nuclear data for energy and non-energy applications, as well as atomic data for fusion energy research. Reliable atomic and nuclear …
What is Nuclear Fusion? - International Atomic Energy Agency
Aug 3, 2023 · Nuclear fusion is the process by which two light atomic nuclei combine to form a single heavier one while releasing massive amounts of energy. Fusion reactions take place in …
IAEA Mission Reviews China’s Regulatory Framework for Nuclear …
Jul 11, 2025 · Arrangements for regular, high-level exchanges with all senior industry stakeholders on domestic and global nuclear safety developments, ensuring a common …
IAEA Mission Recognizes Thailand’s Commitment to Improve …
Feb 14, 2025 · IRRS missions are designed to strengthen the effectiveness of the national nuclear and radiation safety regulatory infrastructure, based on IAEA safety standards and …
Career Development Initiative for Women in Nuclear Concludes …
Aug 15, 2025 · Women working in the nuclear field visited Canada last week as part of an IAEA initiative to boost their career development. During the third and final visit of the 2025 IAEA …