EU Scientific Seminar 2022 :Radiological protection considerations for fusion reactors : proceedings of a scientific seminar held on 29 November 2022 : working party on Research Implications on Health and Safety Standards of the Article 31 Group of Experts

In November 2022, the EU Scientific Seminar covered the issue Radiological protection considerations for fusion reactors. Internationally renowned scientists presented the following topics: An introduction to basics of fusion technologies; Basic radiation protection issues in future fusion reactors; Radiological inventories and source terms; Occupational Radiation Exposure; Environmental Releases and public exposure in normal and accidental situations. The presentations were followed by a round table discussion, in which the speakers and additional invited experts discussed potential policy implications and research needs under the key areas of: Issues with tritium; Dosimetry; Radioactive waste issues. The Group of Experts discussed this information and drew conclusions that are relevant for consideration by the European Commission and other international bodies.