April 2, 2025
The “Low dose radiation risks: present research and future perspectives” Advanced Research Workshop is a NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)-sponsored workshop organized by the McMaster University (Canada) and Institute of Molecular Biology NAS RA (National Academy of Sciences of Republic of Armenia) which offers a unique opportunity to learn about new discoveries and exchange experience with professionals in the field of radioecology, radiobiology, country-specific regulatory agencies, ecotoxicology, biomarker development, radiation protection.
CANDLE Synchrotron Research Institute on April 1 hosted workshop participants. The delegation was led by Dr. Arsen Arakelyan (Director, Institute of Molecular Biology NAS RA, Armenia) and included key representatives from various NATO member countries.
During the visit, the delegation was given a comprehensive tour of the Institute, where they had the opportunity to observe the laboratories of CANDLE SRI and AREAL, DELTA facilities, where the main activities are focused. The director of the institute gave a detailed presentation on the institute’s ongoing research projects, with a focus on international collaborations.