During the webinar, participants were introduced to Togzhan Kassenova’s book Atomic Steppe: How Kazakhstan Gave Up Nuclear Weapons. The book reveals a little-known chapter of Kazakhstan’s nuclear history — from the Soviet era to the present day.
This special webinar was held to commemorate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11), highlighting the importance of gender equality and representation in STEM fields.
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During the webinar, young women scientists shared their paths to success and the challenges they faced while studying abroad. One of the participants also spoke about her personal experience of balancing the roles of a mother and a researcher.
Education Without Borders: The Young Generation and Radiation Safety Read Post »
The webinar focused on international education and youth engagement in addressing global challenges. Young female participants studying abroad shared their experiences of studying in different countries, spoke about academic mobility opportunities, and discussed how educational programs help them better understand and address issues related to radiation and nuclear safety. The event served as a platform for inspiring exchange and a source of motivation for active involvement in global initiatives.
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This webinar provided an insightful overview of international and regional practices in the field of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) safety and security. Bringing together experienced professionals from leading institutions, the event highlighted key initiatives, national experiences, and opportunities for strengthened cooperation across Central Asia.
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As energy demands continued to rise and the global focus shifted toward cleaner and more sustainable sources, nuclear power re-emerged as a key component in the energy strategies of many countries—including those in Central Asia.
Nuclear Power Development in Central Asia: Challenges and Opportunities Read Post »
The joint webinar organized by the Black Sea Women in Nuclear Network (BSWN) and the WINCA Network (Women in Nuclear Central Asia) focused on the legacy of Soviet-era uranium production.
Today, modern and advanced methods are widely used in the nuclear industry and scientific research. During the webinar, participants learned about in-situ leaching and high-precision isotope system analysis.
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The nuclear nonproliferation regime, founded on the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), has existed for over 50 years. However, growing confrontation and a lack of political trust among major global powers are leading to significant shifts in international security, with negative implications for the nonproliferation regime as well. The webinar focused on the current state of the nuclear nonproliferation regime and its future prospects in the context of geopolitical uncertainty.
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