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Consensus Study Report
A review of research, development and innovation of peaceful uses of nuclear technologies in South Africa
Year of Publication : 2023
Language : en
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Abstract (English) : This report supports the high-level agreement between South Africa (through the DMRE) and the IAEA by providing a solid foundation upon which a national strategic framework on peaceful uses of nuclear technologies in South Africa can be built. The objectives of the study were to review relevant current and historical national policies, plans and strategies; review the national landscape of existing and emerging RDI role players and activities in the country; develop baseline information around the nuclear technology landscape to assist with targets and indicators for monitoring and evaluation; review the Country Programme Framework (CPF) between South Africa and the IAEA and make recommendations on how the IAEA Technical Cooperation Programme could be leveraged to strengthen the nuclear technology sector in South Africa; and make proposals on how to define a South African nuclear technology RDI flagship programme.
Characterisation of the needs and gaps contains the following elements:
• a brief explanation of the need setting out the context in terms of the severity and relevance.
• a strategic objective to be achieved; and
• an indicator, or indicators, for the proposed objective.
The study was divided into six broad areas, namely:
• agriculture and food security,
• human health,
• radiation protection,
• water and environment,
• energy and industry,
• nuclear safety, security and safeguards.
Publisher : Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf)
Citation : Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf). (2023). A review of research, development and innovation of peaceful uses of nuclear technologies in South Africa. https://doi.org/10.17159/assaf.2023/0086
Sponsorship : Department of Science and Innovation
DOI : 10.17159/assaf.2023/0086
ISBN : 9781928496489
Peer Review Status : Non-Peer Reviewed
ASSAf Strategic Outcomes : Independent, authoritative and influential Scientific Advice | Mobilising knowledge
ASSAf Priority Areas : Food, water, land, energy & climate change nexus
ASSAf Purpose : Science for Policy
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) : SDG 03 – Good Health and Well-being | SDG 06 – Clean Water and Sanitation | SDG 07 – Affordable and Clean Energy | SDG 08 – Decent Work and Economic Growth | SDG 09 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure | SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities | SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production | SDG 13 – Climate Action | SDG 15 – Life on Land | SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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