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IAEA looks at nuclear techniques for crop resilience
The International Atomic Energy Agency has launched a five-year coordinated research project (CRP) to strengthen plant health preparedness using nuclear and related technologies.
Wheat blast, potato late blight, potato bacterial wilt, and cassava witches broom disease can spread quickly across large areas of land, leading to severe yield losses in key crops for food security. Global trade and climate change have increased the likelihood of rapid, transboundary spread.
D. M. Ligon, R. H. Brogli
Nuclear Technology | Volume 48 | Number 3 | May 1980 | Pages 261-272
Technical Paper | Fuel Cycle | doi.org/10.13182/NT80-A32472
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The economic feasibility of an international symbiotic nuclear system, based on the concept of comprehensive energy parks, is examined as one approach to meet global energy needs. The system relies heavily on the utilization of breeders as 233U fuel factories and advanced converters as 233U consumers. This combination provides attractive proliferation resistance by the operation of a relatively small number of reactors fueled with potential weapons material inside secured areas.