ICARST 2025
We are happy to announce that Nordion will be represented at ICARST 2025, taking place on April 7-11 in Vienna, Austria. The third International Conference on Applications of Radiation Science and Technology (ICARST), organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), seeks to provide a comprehensive review of significant developments in applications of radiation science and technology, as well as the state of the art in the field.
Presentations
DAY 3 – WEDNESDAY APRIL 9, 2025
Gamma Sterilization: Sustainable Technology for the Long Term
Presenter: Richard Wiens, Director of Strategic Supply & Business Development
When: Session B6: Current Status of EB, Gamma, X ray Facilities, 9:00-10:30am
Gamma sterilization has been the predominant radiation sterilization modality for decades, and accounts for more than 40% of all single use medical device sterilized in the U.S. Gamma relies on the ongoing supply of Cobalt-60, a radioisotope produced in nuclear reactors. As sustainability becomes an increased focus of manufacturers everywhere, gamma’s clear advantages in terms of environmental impact adds to stability and simplicity as another reason to select this sterilization method.
In this session, you will learn how Cobalt-60 is produced, get updates on the global supply chain and initiatives under way to increase production, and gain insight into the aspects of the technology that make it sustainable for the long term.
Learn more about ICARST 2025: https://www.iaea.org/events/icarst-2025