Paragon Supports IAEA Workshop on Instrumentation, Control and Cybersecurity for SMRs

Paragon, a Mirion Technologies company, was a sponsor of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) workshop on Instrumentation and Control and Computer Security for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), held March 16–20, 2026 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The five-day workshop convened regulators, national laboratories, reactor designers, and instrumentation and control (I&C) specialists from across IAEA Member States to address the technical and regulatory challenges associated with next-generation nuclear technologies. Discussions focused on autonomous operation, cybersecurity standards, regulatory harmonization, digital twin applications, and the role of artificial intelligence in nuclear safety.

Technical Contributions to the Program

As a sponsor, Paragon contributed directly to the technical program. Ted Quinn, Paragon’s Vice President of Licensing, presented on IEC cybersecurity standards, while Tighe Smith, Mirion’s Chief Nuclear Officer, led a session on digital I&C systems designed to support advanced and flexible reactor operations.

The two highlighted the broader Mirion Nuclear Solutions portfolio, bringing together Paragon, Mirion and Certrec as a unified capability supporting the full lifecycle of nuclear instrumentation and control. This integrated approach aligns closely with the needs of SMR deployment, where autonomous operation, streamlined staffing models, and cybersecure architectures require tightly coordinated systems across safety, monitoring and regulatory compliance.

Supporting Global Nuclear Collaboration

Paragon’s participation highlights Mirion’s strong relationship with the IAEA and its Member States to advance safe, secure and innovative nuclear technologies.

Learn more about Mirion’s ongoing collaboration with the IAEA here.