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Mirion Technology Strengthens IAEA’s New Environmental Radiochemistry Laboratory

Advancing Global Radiation Safety and Environmental Protection

Mirion Technologies has installed its advanced gamma spectroscopy system at the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) newly modernized Terrestrial Environmental Radiochemistry (TERC) Laboratory in Seibersdorf, Austria.

The installation marks a milestone in Mirion’s collaboration with the IAEA, helping Member States improve environmental monitoring, enhance radiation safety, and build readiness for emergency situations through leading-edge nuclear science.

A Growing Partnership with the IAEA

This milestone builds on the partnership agreement signed between Mirion and the IAEA in September 2025, which formalized Mirion’s support for the Agency’s mission to enhance radiation safety globally. Through this collaboration, Mirion will continue to provide expertise, equipment and training that empower IAEA Member States to strengthen their radiation monitoring and safety programs.

Read the Mirion–IAEA partnership announcement.

Supporting the IAEA’s Laboratory Modernization

On October 7, 2025, the IAEA officially opened the Curie-Meitner Nuclear Applications Centre, completing a major modernization of its laboratories in Seibersdorf. The upgraded facilities will enable scientists and technicians from around the world to strengthen capabilities in food security, environmental protection and public health — key pillars of the IAEA’s mission to promote the peaceful uses of nuclear technology.

Mirion was honored to attend the opening, where Chief Technology Officer James Cocks joined TERC Laboratory Head Jon Burnett to see Mirion equipment in place and operational.

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Gamma spectroscopy measurement station installed in the IAEA TERC Laboratory will empower Member States with high-precision environmental monitoring capabilities.

Mirion Technology at the Heart of the TERC Laboratory

The TERC Laboratory provides critical expertise, training and support to IAEA Member States for detecting and analyzing environmental radioactivity. Its modernization includes the installation of a new gamma spectroscopy measurement station from Mirion, featuring:

This technology will enable high-precision environmental monitoring and help countries build the expertise needed to assess and respond to radiological events with confidence and accuracy.

A Shared Mission for Global Impact

Mirion’s collaboration with the IAEA reflects a shared commitment to advancing safety, education and environmental stewardship through innovation. The partnership extends beyond technology, focusing on sustained knowledge exchange, training and capacity building.

Learn more about our partnership here.

Key Takeaways

  • Event: IAEA inaugurated its modernized Curie-Meitner Nuclear Applications Centre on October 7, 2025.
  • Contribution: Mirion installed advanced gamma spectroscopy equipment in the TERC Laboratory.
  • Purpose: To strengthen global environmental monitoring, radiation safety and emergency preparedness.
  • Partnership: Builds on Mirion’s formal collaboration agreement with the IAEA announced in September 2025.

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