Latest news: iia newsletter, September 2026
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What research does the radiation processing industry need?
The iia is supporting the 5th International Conference on Ionizing Processes to strengthen links between academia and the radiation processing industry, introduce students to the irradiation industry, and help shape future research.
What research gaps or opportunities should academia be exploring? Share your views through our short form below. The iia will take industry perspectives into discussions with students and professors at the conference.
Share your views through our short feedback form →
Call to Action: Food and Phytosanitary Irradiation
PFiP is building momentum around the development and application of food and phytosanitary irradiation, with activities planned across Australia in late 2026 and further opportunities through IMRP 2027 in Germany and IFIS in Brazil. But turning this momentum into real progress requires active involvement from the irradiation community.
iia is calling on members and interested parties to contribute their time, expertise and support to initiatives that can help unlock the benefits of food and phytosanitary irradiation.
Find out what’s planned and how you can get involved →
IMRP 2027 registration discount for members
Our members can benefit from discounted registration fees for IMRP 2027. To qualify for the iia member rate, the registering individual must be from an organization that holds iia membership in both 2026 and 2027. Find all details at the link below.
IMRP 2027 registration details →
Thank you to the Regional Sponsors of IMRP 2027 BGS Beta-Gamma-Service and IBA Industrial Solutions.
Cybersecurity Best Practices for Gamma Irradiation Facilities
Cybersecurity is an increasing priority, with reports of an increase in cyberattacks and exploited vulnerabilities. In response, the iia has published Cybersecurity Best Practices for Gamma Irradiation Facilities.
This guidance addresses the potential impacts of cyberattacks, including financial loss, operational disruption, and loss of data or facilities. It also highlights the importance of protecting physical security systems and cobalt-60 from cyber vulnerabilities.
Tailored to gamma irradiation facilities, the document covers fundamental cybersecurity principles, risk management, and the development of an effective cybersecurity programme.
Read Cybersecurity Best Practices for Gamma Irradiation Facilities here →
Round-up of the latest industry news
The iia endeavours to keep our members up to date with the latest irradiation industry news, updates, and events via the iia website. Below are some recent news items:
- IFIS 2027 dates announced →
- Registration open for 5th International Conference on Ionizing Processes →
- Workshop: Security of Radioactive Sources Used in Gamma Irradiators and at Facilities the Store, Handle and Distribute Cobalt-60 Sources →
- Nelson Labs’ MedTech Lifecycle Seminar: Design, Validation & Regulatory Compliance →
- IAEA Second International Conference on Accelerators for Research and Innovation: iia Report →
- STERIS announces expansions in:
Member news submission
Member news on our website: share your organisation’s updates and achievements – we’ll help promote them to the global irradiation community. Submit your news for review by email: kcomben@iiaglobal.com