Low energy electron beams (LEEB), typically between 300 and 800 keV, have been used for many years to modify surface properties and decontaminate surfaces. Their low penetration depth allows for precise surface treatment without affecting underlying layers, and the compact, self-shielding accelerators can be mounted...
The iia is pleased to welcome Sterilization & Technologies Solutions as its newest member. "Sterilization & Technologies Solutions focuses on providing maintenance, design & engineering, and consulting services to the Electron Beam (E-Beam) & X-Ray irradiation industries. We have been involved in domestic as well as international...
The 'Roadmap to an electron beam or X-ray center for industrial applications' paper, authored by members of the iia Eb/X Working Group, has now been published in a special edition of the journal Radiation Physics and Chemistry (RPC). The paper substantially mirrors the content of the...
In 2020, the IAEA launched the initiative NUclear TEChnology for Controlling Plastic Pollution (NUTEC Plastics), affirming the vital role of nuclear science in addressing one of the most urgent environmental crises of our time On 25–26 November 2025, the 'International High Level Forum on NUTEC Plastics'...
Join the iia for our upcoming webinar discussing key packaging considerations for radiation processing. 📅 Thursday 31st July, 2025 🕒 3pm - 4pm GMT (4pm CET, 10am EDT, 7am PDT) ✅ Registration available here This webinar will explore how radiation sterilization methods impact packaging integrity and material performance. It...
Between June 6th and 12th, 2025, Aerial and ThreeRays, members of iia, along with Business France in Shanghai, conducted in-depth visits to leading Chinese firms and institutions that are related to irradiation. The visitors included Dr. Alain Strasser, General Manager of Aerial, Mr. Wei Peng,...
Steri-Tek has partnered with IBA, both members of the iia, to install a fully integrated Be Wide X-ray Solution at its Texas sterilisation center, increasing its processing capacity fivefold. The system will enable high-volume sterilisation of full pallets with varied product densities, enhancing throughput and...
The iia is pleased to share that Adrián Arias Blanco, a participant in the 2023 iia Leadership Program, has been appointed as Quality Manager at Ionisos. This demonstrates the value of iia's commitment to supporting the professional development of emerging talent and to introducing future business leaders to the irradiation...
A new iia article 'Gamma Irradiation: A Sustainable Future for Medical Device Sterilization' has been published in MD+DI (Medical Devices and Diagnostic Industry). The article discusses the sustainability of gamma irradiation as demand for the technology continues to grow. It looks at sustainability in both the...
The iia is pleased to welcome Radchem Co. Ltd as its newest member. "RADCHEM means The SOLUTION OF ISOTOPE APPLICATIONS. Our knowledge and experience in radiation techniques and isotope applications allows us to maintain our longstanding reputation as a competent partner in solving diverse and difficult measurement problems...
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India, has invited proposals for setting up multi-product food Irradiation units. The objective of the scheme is to support the setting up of food irradiation units for the treatment of perishable agricultural produce such as fruits and vegetables as...
President Trump has signed an Executive Order directing the reform of the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in order to reduce US dependence on foreign technologies, decrease regulatory barriers, and support the US nuclear industry. The Order refers to: facilitating the expansion of American nuclear energy...
On the launch pad and ready for lift off… Welcome to HEALTHiiaR, the collaboration community dedicated to advancing the use of radiation technologies in the Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical industries. We have assembled an industry steering committee that will convene at the end of May to establish...
