
Exploring a better tomorrow
We explore. Driven by our passion for science. Boosted by our unique infrastructure. We sound out the frontiers. We expand our knowledge in various nuclear areas. However many horizons we may explore, we always pursue the same objective: developing innovative applications for society. Why do we strive for this objective? Because we are convinced that, with one of the smallest elements on earth, the atom, we can make the biggest difference for society. Both now and in the future.
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Read SCK CEN’s brand new annual report ‘Highlights 2021’
We proudly present our (online) annual report: "Highlights 2021"! In this edition, the focus is on "working together". “If you want to produce groundbreaking societal miracles, you need a co-pilot - a partner who shares a vision, yet masters a different professional discipline,” Eric van Walle, Director-General of SCK CEN, explains. In short: two partners pursuing a common goal. This annual report compiles all the high-profile partnerships into which we entered in 2021. We hope that you enjoy reading this edition!
Health
From cancer research to the impact of radioactivity on the body: SCK CEN’s research knows no boundaries.
Environment
SCK CEN is working on many applications to protect people and the environment, now and in a distant future, against ionising radiation.
Society
Any research conducted by SCK CEN has a social added value, but society is also the very subject of one specific research field.
Materials
Thanks to its knowledge in material aging, SCK CEN accurately predicts how materials (will) behave in a nuclear reactor.
Safety
Safety is our priority, radiation protection our keyword. SCK CEN measures, monitors and analyses.

SCK CEN Academy: a matter of acquiring and sharing knowledge
Events & fairs
- 22Sep
Online training | Opleiding in stralingsbescherming voor werknemers (conform Artikel 25 ARBIS)
- 3Oct
Fully booked | Training course on radioactive waste management
- 4Oct
Online training | Basisopleiding stralingsbescherming RPO Klasse II & III
- 17Oct
Basic training in radiation protection