Nuclear science and technology play a major role in bringing innovation, safety and efficiency to industrial processes. Making radiation technologies available to Member States and assisting them in the peaceful use of these technologies are an important part of the IAEA’s work.

  • Industrial applications

    Nuclear techniques are used to identify and assess the properties of different materials, measure pollution levels, sterilize and disinfect components, monitor and optimize industrial processes and change chemical, physical and biological properties to produce novel materials. Radiation can be used for analysing and processing a range of substances. Read more →

  • Materials

    Nuclear technology can be used to modify and analyse materials, which brings benefits to both scientific research and commercial applications. The IAEA support its Member States in this area with training as well as research and development activities. Read more →

  • Cultural heritage

    Preserving art and cultural heritage is a shared ambition of the global community. The IAEA uses nuclear science and technology to characterize and preserve artefacts and thereby preserve an important part of a country’s cultural heritage.  Read more →