Highlights in a nutshell
Breaking patterns by ...
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... rethinking operations.
Chapter 1
On the one hand, we have no choice but to achieve our goals in these coronavirus times, on the other hand, we take the initiative to proactively improve our operations.
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... expanding production, research methods and existing partnerships.
Chapter 2
This expansion leaves room for progress towards more personalised medicine, more efficient cancer treatment and better understanding of radiation effects.
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BR2 produces record quantities of medical radioisotopes
More than 12 million patients have been helped thanks to this production.
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Lutetium-177: towards personalised medicine
IRE and SCK CEN conclude a partnership for the production of lutetium-177 and other radioisotopes.
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From pain relief to cancer treatment
SCK CEN conducts research on samarium-153 as a theranostic radioisotope.
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SCK CEN grows miniature brains
Miniature brains may lead to increased understanding of the effects of radiation.
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... starting from a different perspective.
Chapter 3
When putting on new glasses, you see another reality. A better reality. One that thoroughly tests the safety of nuclear innovations, that provides innovations to end-users and that reduces the volume of waste.
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SCK CEN installation puts fuel rods to the test.
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SCK CEN adds a new dimension to nuclear research
Impactful science is shaped by, and for, people.
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New approach streamlines decommissioning process
3D model maps radioactivity more accurately.
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... introducing new technologies.
Chapter 4
These technologies are still in their design or construction phase. Once they are up and running, they will make a world of difference. In the fight against cancer, in the management of nuclear waste, etc.
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MYRRHA team celebrates one milestone after another
Acceleration of MYRRHA protons is a success.
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SCK CEN decomposes atoms
Laser light rips electrons off the nucleus of an atom in order to isolate specific radioisotopes.
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MYRRHA reactor vessel slims down
Renewed design combines safety and economic feasibility.
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Key figures
The organisation has 943 collaborators. SCK CEN is active in 65 countries. 24 new PhD students were selected. You can find all key figures here.