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 third edition of the International Food Ionizing Processing Symposium (IFIS 2025) will be held 4 - 6 June 2025 in Chengdu, China. The event will bring together industry experts, thought leaders and innovators to explore the latest advancements and trends in the field of...
The iia participated in the Third International Conference on Applications of Radiation Science and Technology (ICARST-2025) that was held at the IAEA Vienna, 7-11 April 2025. This conference programme aimed to provide a comprehensive review of significant developments in applications of radiation science and technology, and...
To spread the word on radiation applications, Thomas Kroc (US Representative for the iia) attended PDA Week 2025 in Palm Springs, California. The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) is the industry trade group for pharma and biopharma manufacturers. This industry has not utilized radiation as much...
A new revision of ISO 11137-1:2025 Sterilization of health care products — Radiation — Part 1: Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices has been released. The 2025 edition of ISO 11137-1, which specifies the requirements for radiation...
NextBeam, based in South Dakota (USA), has announced the launch of the NextBeam Research Fellowship, an initiative designed to support innovative research in accelerator-based sterilization and radiation processing. The fellowship offers selected researchers access to NextBeam's E-Beam processing facilities, advanced dosimetry, technical support, and opportunities for...
This joint iia/WINS Best Practice Guide helps those with responsibility for the management of security of gamma irradiation facilities to understand and manage security risk. It aims to define the responsibilities of the various stakeholders, provide practical advice on physical protection systems and security management,...
The latest iia newsletter is now available below and at this link. Sign up to receive the iia newsletter directly to your inbox by clicking here. Low Energy Electron Beam factsheet out now The latest iia factsheet introducing Low Energy Electron Beams (LEEB) is now available to...
Radiation Physics & Chemistry has made a call for papers for its Special Issue ‘Progress and Current State of Radiation Technology Utilization and Applications in Latin America and the Caribbean’. This special issue will showcase the state of radiation processing in Latin America, highlight its benefits,...
Fresh Produce Vietnam, a new event for the fresh produce business in Vietnam, will be held 13 - 14 May, 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This event is a business conference and networking expo by Fruitnet, bringing together international suppliers, buyers, and top...
Praneeth Kandlakunta, research assistant professor of nuclear engineering in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at The Ohio State University, has received a DARPA-STTR Phase II award for his project, “A microstructured target for high-efficiency X-ray production.” The project builds on Phase I work that...
The iia will attend and present at PDA Week 2025, taking place 6 - 11 April in Palm Springs, California (USA). Arthur Dumba, iia General Manager, poster presentation abstract: Sterility Assurance: The Role of Supply Vendors, Contract Irradiators and Laboratories Sterility combines two processes – irradiation and microbiological...
The latest iia webinar 'Virtual Dose Mapping for use in Radiation Processing', held 11th March 2025, is now available to watch back on demand. The webinar brings together three leading product and service providers, highlights the key features and provides a comparison of Dose Insight, PUFFIn...
