Awareness Seminar for the Public and Users of Ionizing Radiation Sources in Radiation Protection.

The Seminar took place from March 19-21, 2025 in the conference hall of the Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovation. It was organised by the Radiological Safety and Nuclear Security Authority (ASRAN), in collaboration with the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (USNRC); under the supervision of the Minister of Scientific Research and Innovation, Dr Madeleine TCHUINTE. The opening ceremony was attended by the Secretary General of the Centre region, representing the Governor. It was chaired by the Dr SIMO Augustin, Director General of ASRAN and personal representative of the Minister of Scientific Research and Innovation, Dr Madeleine TCHUINTE who was unavoidably.

The ceremony was marked by the following articulations: A welcome address by the Director General of ASRAN, a word from the representative of USNRC, an opening speech by the Representative of MINRESI and group photographs. During three days, participants were drilled on themes such as: ASRAN Missions and Activities, regulatory framework and standards, public perception and communication of radiation risks, capacity building in radiation protection, emerging technologies in radiation protection, Innovative Radiation Shielding Materials and Designs, Safety for the authorization of installations and activities, safety culture, radiation protection in medical imaging, radiation protection in industrial and professional environments and strengthening the participation of women in nuclear science and technology.

Terence EYONG TANY, Aro2, Celcom/MINRESI