Exhibition Demonstrates ENTC鈥檚 Contributions to UAE’s Nuclear Energy, Including Accident Tolerant Fuel Selection Studies, Safety Analysis, and Drone-Based Environmental Monitoring听听
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The Emirates Nuclear Technology Center (ENTC) presented 12 cutting-edge research projects across four thematic areas during a dedicated exhibition at the headquarters of the UAE Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR).听
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A total of 22 participants from Khalifa University took part in the event attended by members of the FANR Board of Management. The exhibition provided a platform to highlight ENTC鈥檚 contributions to the UAE’s nuclear energy sector, including accident tolerant fuel selection studies, safety analysis, and innovative applications such as drone-based environmental monitoring.听
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Following the exhibition, members of the FANR Board of Management engaged in high-level discussions with the ENTC to explore further collaborations and research directions in support of the UAE鈥檚 peaceful nuclear energy program. Stakeholders also commended the ENTC team for their impactful research and reaffirmed the importance of sustained academic-industry partnerships in advancing the nation鈥檚 nuclear capabilities.听
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鈥淭he ongoing projects of the Emirates Nuclear Technology Centre contribute to enriching the research and development around the nuclear and radiation sector which helps the different stakeholders in the UAE to implement their mandate to protect the public and environment,鈥� said FANR鈥檚 Deputy Director-General for Operations, Raoul Awad.听听
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Meanwhile, FANR’s Research and Development Program aims to support the regulatory framework and empower Emiratis by providing research opportunities in the nuclear field and fostering scientific activities such as publishing research papers. One key R&D project is the Numerical Modelling of Radionuclides Dispersion (MORAD) research program, the first phase of which concluded in 2024. The research program contributed to studying the effect of radiation on marine, atmospheric and terrestrial environments in order to assess the impact on public exposure and the environment.听
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Dr. Saeed Alameri, Director, ENTC, said: 鈥�The ENTC exhibition at the FANR headquarters reflects our commitment to conducting research that addresses real-world challenges facing the nuclear energy sector in the UAE. We look forward to strengthening our collaboration with FANR and other stakeholders to further support the nation鈥檚 vision for safe, secure, and sustainable nuclear energy.鈥�听
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Dr. Yacine Addad, Deputy Director, ENTC, added: 鈥�It was a privilege to present our research to the FANR Board of Management and engage in meaningful dialogue about future collaborations. The recognition we received is a testament to the dedication of our team and the strength of our collaborations with UAE nuclear stakeholders.鈥�听
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