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Radiation Emergency Medical Preparedness and Assistance Network (REMPAN) Issue 11 Summary: July 2015

Introduction

This report summarizes the key elements from the REMPAN e-Newsletter Issue 11. It covers updates on international collaboration, scientific events, exercises, training, publications, and upcoming activities related to radiation emergency management.

Guest Editorial and Latest News

• Dr. Elena Buglova addresses the 10th anniversary of the IAEA Incident and Emergency Centre (IEC) and emphasizes the network's mission to enhance global emergency response through information sharing and joint efforts with partners like WHO.
• WHO reports on active participation in conferences, including the UN World Congress on Disaster Risk Reduction and NEA workshops, highlighting progress in emergency preparedness and collaboration with partners on biodosimetry and risk communication.

Scientific Events

• Key conferences and workshops discussed include the 3rd UN World Conference for Disaster Risk Reduction, which emphasized health integration into DRR plans. Other events featured are:
  • LBDNet Meeting on Biodosimetry in Argentina.
  • NEA Workshop on Science and Values in Radiological Protection in Moscow.
  • KIRAMS-REMPAN Asian Workshop on Medical Preparedness in Seoul.
  • ConRad 2015 Conference on Radiation Topics in Munich.

Exercise and Training

• Important exercises and training include:
  • "Pomoriye-2015" training in Russia on public communication during radiological incidents, involving WHO experts.
  • EU-RENEB Gene Expression Exercise focusing on biodosimetry dose estimation through collaborative labs.
  • Emergency Summit in Indonesia and training events hosted by Bundeswehr Institute.

Obituaries

• Professor Angelina Guskova, a leading Russian expert in radiation medicine, passed away at 91 years old, renowned for her work in clinical management of acute radiation sickness and Chernobyl-related medical care.

New Publications

• Recent publications and resources include:
  • CDC's guide on operating public shelters in radiation emergencies.
  • WHO document on early detection and response to acute public health events.
  • New handbooks from IAEA and Armenian Scientific Center, such as "Radiologist’s Handbook" and Nuclear Medicine Physics guide.

Upcoming Events

• Key upcoming conferences and workshops include:
  • REMPAN-associated events, such as the International Conference on Global Emergency Preparedness in October 2015.
  • Other notable events: ICRP Symposium, NEAR Workshop, and training courses focusing on radiation medicine and biology.