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ARPS lists upcoming conferences, webinars, workshops, branch activities and other events relevant to the radiation protection community across Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

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Upcoming events

    • 14 Aug 2026
    • The Emporium Hotel, 267 Grey Street, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

    The RSUG 2026 Conference will bring together radiation safety officers, radiation users, regulators, industry professionals, and service providers to discuss practical radiation safety across Australian workplaces. This year’s theme, “Radiation Safety: Practice, Protection, and Performance”, focuses on the practical application of radiation safety principles, the protection of people and the environment, and strengthening performance across systems, technologies, RSOs, and radiation users.

    Find more details here: http://www.rsugqld.com.au/

    • 8 Sep 2026
    • 12 Sep 2026
    • Beijing China
    Theme: “Towards a Better Home: Unlocking the Potential of Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection in the Asia-Oceania.”Five days of keynotes, panels, refresher courses, and oral/poster sessions spanning emergency preparedness, environmental monitoring, medical exposure, nuclear facility protection, waste & decommissioning, metrology, accelerators, radioecology, transport safety, and more.

    At-a-glance

    • Dates & location: Tue 8 – Sat 12 Sep 2026, Beijing.

    • Abstracts: up to 30 Mar 2026 (tentative). Registration opens 15 Apr 2026. (See organiser site for updates.)

    • Congress host & info: https://aocrp-7.conferencesvc.com/

    Who should attend
    Radiation protection practitioners, regulators, health physicists, medical/industrial users, researchers, students, and suppliers across the Asia–Oceania region and beyond.


    • 14 Sep 2026
    • 17 Sep 2026
    • Research School of Physics, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia

    The 18th South Pacific Environmental Radioactivity Association Conference (SPERA2026) will bring together researchers, regulators, students, and industry professionals working in environmental radioactivity, radioecology, radioanalytical science, radiotracer applications, and radiation protection. The conference will be hosted by the Department of Nuclear Physics and Accelerator Applications at the Research School of Physics, ANU.

    Key dates:

    • Conference: 14–17 September 2026
    • Abstract submissions close: 23 May 2026
    • Optional AMS workshop: 18 September 2026

    Find more details here: https://spera-spera2026.eventsair.site/


    • 20 Sep 2026
    • 23 Sep 2026
    • Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand

    Join radiation protection professionals from across Australasia for the 2026 Annual Conference of the Australasian Radiation Protection Society, taking place from Sunday 20 to Thursday 24 September 2026 at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in Ōtautahi Christchurch, New Zealand. The conference theme is “From Rutherford to Tomorrow: Kaitiakitanga in Radiation Protection”, highlighting stewardship, innovation, and the shared responsibility to protect people and the environment.

    What to expect

    • Opening plenary, keynote speakers, concurrent technical sessions, posters, industry exhibition, AGM, and closing and award ceremony.
    • Opportunities to connect with leaders, practitioners, regulators, stakeholders, and emerging professionals from across the radiation protection community.
    • Conference themes covering radiation protection in healthcare, developments in radiation protection, environmental protection, communication and engagement, and operational radiation protection.
    • Welcome Reception on 20 September 2026, 6:00pm–8:00pm, at the Great Hall, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.
    • Conference Dinner on 22 September 2026, 7:00pm–10:00pm, in the Limes Room at Christchurch Town Hall.
    • Offsite tours on 24 September 2026; details coming soon.
    • Workshops are planned, with further information to be announced.

    Key dates

    • Call for abstracts opens: 19 February 2026
    • Super Early Bird Registration opens: 19 February 2026
    • Super Early Bird Registration closes: 24 March 2026
    • Early Bird Registration opens: 25 March 2026
    • Call for abstracts closes: 5 June 2026
    • Notification to authors: Week of 6 July 2026
    • Program available: 13 July 2026
    • Early Bird Registration closes: 17 July 2026
    • ARPS 2026 Conference: 20–24 September 2026
    • 28 Sep 2026
    • 3 Oct 2026
    • Rome, Italy

    The SICC Series – CBRNe Conference 2026 is an international multidisciplinary conference focused on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNe) risk management, safety, security, emergency preparedness, and response. Organised in cooperation with the University of Rome Tor Vergata and international partners, the conference brings together researchers, emergency response professionals, regulators, defence organisations, health specialists, and industry representatives to discuss emerging CBRNe challenges, radiological safety, AI-enabled decision support, cybersecurity, and crisis management.

    More information:

    https://www.sicc-series.com/imlex/

    • 4 Oct 2026
    • 7 Oct 2026
    • Big Island, Hawaii, USA

    The 72nd Annual Meeting of the Radiation Research Society (RRS 2026) will bring together scientists and researchers working across radiation biology, radiobiology, radiation chemistry, medical physics, environmental radiation science, and radiation protection. The meeting provides opportunities for scientific exchange, collaboration, and discussion of emerging research in radiation sciences and their applications in medicine, industry, and public health.

    Further details here:

    https://web.cvent.com/event/aa74ba6a-297f-48e3-a7db-e5a9901da7ed/summary?

    • 18 Oct 2026
    • 22 Oct 2026
    • Medellín, Colombia

    The XIII Regional Congress on Radiological and Nuclear Safety and XI Latin American IRPA Congress will be held in Medellín, Colombia, bringing together professionals from across Latin America and the international radiation protection community. The congress will focus on radiological protection, nuclear safety, environmental monitoring, medical applications, regulatory frameworks, and emerging challenges in radiation protection.

    Find more details here: https://irpa2026colombia.org/

    • 25 Oct 2026
    • 29 Oct 2026
    • Lotte Hotel Jeju, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea.

    The 15th International Conference on Radiation Shielding (ICRS15) and the 23rd Topical Meeting of the ANS Radiation Protection & Shielding Division (RPSD2026) will be held at Lotte Hotel Jeju, South Korea. Hosted by the Korean Association for Radiation Protection with support from ANS/RPSD, OECD-NEA, KNS, and others, the meeting brings together researchers, regulators, and industry to share advances in radiation shielding, protection, dosimetry, benchmarking, methods (Monte Carlo, deterministic, hybrid, AI), and applications across nuclear power, accelerators, fusion, space, medical facilities, and more. Jeju is a UNESCO World Heritage site and offers visa-free entry for many visitors. Proceedings will be published in supplements to Journal of Radiation Protection and Research; selected papers will appear in peer-reviewed journals.

    Key dates
    • Abstract submission deadline: 31 January 2026
    • Author notification: 2 March 2026
    • (Optional) full paper deadline: 30 November 2026

    Registration (USD)
    • Early (to 30 Apr 2026): General 1,100; Student 800
    • Online (to 24 Oct 2026): General 1,200; Student 900
    • On-site: General 1,300; Student 1,000
    • Companion (social program only): 150

    Themes & topics (selection)
    Shielding/benchmarks/nuclear data; detection & dosimetry; radiation biology, risk, and public/environmental health; medical radiation protection; reactor/advanced reactor applications; decommissioning & waste; space/accelerator/fusion/medical facilities; Monte Carlo, deterministic & hybrid methods, AI applications, UQ/SA; regulation, training, non-proliferation. Special topics include SMR and Fukushima.

    Contact
    ICRS15/RPSD2026 Secretariat — office@icrs15.org

    Website
    https://icrs15.org/

    • 28 Oct 2026
    • 29 Oct 2026
    • Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, Singapore

    The World Nuclear Transport Conference (WNTC 2026) is the flagship conference of the World Nuclear Transport Institute (WNTI), bringing together government, industry, regulators, and international organisations involved in the safe, secure, and sustainable transport of nuclear and radioactive materials. The 2026 conference will focus on strengthening the connection between policy and practice as regulations evolve and the global operating environment becomes more complex. Topics include spent fuel and radioactive waste management, transport of NORM, medical isotopes and industrial sources, safety, security, regulation, and regional perspectives across Asia-Oceania.

    Find more details here:
    https://wntc.events/

    • 22 Nov 2026
    • 25 Nov 2026
    • Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Australia

    The Engineering and Physical Sciences in Medicine Conference (EPSM 2026) is the annual scientific meeting of the Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM). The conference brings together professionals working in medical physics, biomedical engineering, diagnostic imaging, nuclear medicine, radiation oncology, and radiation safety. EPSM 2026 will feature scientific presentations, workshops, keynote speakers, industry engagement, and professional networking opportunities focused on the future of healthcare and health technology.

    • 21 Feb 2027
    • 26 Feb 2027
    • Melbourne, Australia

    The 7th International Conference on Radioecology & Environmental Radioactivity (ICRER 2027) will bring together international experts working in radioecology, environmental radioactivity, emergency preparedness, environmental monitoring, and radiological risk assessment. Hosted in Melbourne, the conference will provide a major forum for discussing advances in environmental radiation science, contamination management, and the long-term impacts of radionuclides in the environment.

    Find more details here: https://www.icrer2027.com/

    • 20 Jun 2027
    • 24 Jun 2027
    • Brno, Czech Republic

    ICRR2027 – the 18th International Congress of Radiation Research – is a major international congress dedicated to radiation research, radiobiology, radiation medicine, environmental radiation science, and radiation protection. The congress will bring together scientists, clinicians, regulators, and industry professionals to discuss advances in radiation science, biological effects of radiation, medical applications, and emerging technologies in radiation research.


    Find more information here:

    https://icrr2027.org/

    • 29 May 2028
    • 2 Jun 2028
    • Valencia, Spain

    IRPA17 will be the 17th International Congress of the International Radiation Protection Association and one of the major global gatherings for radiation protection professionals. With the theme “Ensuring Radiation Protection for the Future”, the congress will bring together experts, regulators, researchers, students, and industry representatives to discuss the future of radiation protection practice, science, policy, and international collaboration.

Past events

17 Jun 2026 WA ARPS Chapter Meeting
15 Jun 2026 Alpha Spectrometry Fundamentals Workshop
1 Jun 2026 [International] 7th European IRPA Congress 2026
21 May 2026 ARPS Chapter Meeting - NSW (Online)
15 May 2026 ANZSNM – 56th Annual Scientific Meeting (2026)
30 Apr 2026 SSR6 Revision V1 vs V2 – Clause Changes
29 Apr 2026 Webinar - Silent Alpha: A Tale of Lost Emissions
27 Apr 2026 IAEA Conference on Effective Nuclear & Radiation Regulatory Systems 2026
21 Apr 2026 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS - AdvanCell Facility Tour
17 Mar 2026 ARPS Chapter Meeting - WA
24 Feb 2026 Webinar - Supervising the rehabilitation of the Ranger uranium mine
5 Feb 2026 QARPS Member Site Tour – Herston Biofabrication Institute
5 Dec 2025 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS Christmas
1 Dec 2025 AIOH 2025
27 Nov 2025 ARPS Chapter Meeting - WA
25 Nov 2025 World Nuclear Transport Conference 2025 (WNTC 2025)
19 Oct 2025 ARPS 2025: 48th Annual Conference
9 Oct 2025 Webinar - Nuclear Forensic Science – ANSTO’s journey 2005-2025
29 Sep 2025 ACPSEM / IUPESM World Congress (2025)
29 Aug 2025 RSUG 2025
20 Aug 2025 ARPANSA Webinar on the Draft Guide for Exemption and Clearance of Radioactive Material
30 Jul 2025 Webinar - Radiological studies in Fukushima from drinking water to wild boar
17 Jul 2025 ARPS Chapter Meeting - NSW
26 May 2025 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
27 Mar 2025 ARPS Chapter Meeting - WA - NORM in tailings and environmental modelling
6 Dec 2024 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS Christmas
15 Nov 2024 Webinar - Radioecological footprint of wind turbines in electricity production
20 Oct 2024 47th Annual Conference of the Australasian Radiation Protection Society
19 Sep 2024 ARPS Chapter Meeting - WA Special Guest Speaker: Cameron Storm
2 Sep 2024 SPERA 2024 Conference
23 Aug 2024 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
22 Aug 2024 Webinar - Analysis of Cs-137 and Sr-90 in Wood and Wood Ash from Austria: Dose Assessment
1 Aug 2024 Australasian Radiation Protection Youth Network (ARPYN) Launch Meeting
26 Jul 2024 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
3 Jul 2024 Webinar - The Bid for IRPA18 will be held next week!
28 Jun 2024 Webinar - Challenges and solutions to low count rate in-field situations.
12 Jun 2024 ARPS Chapter Meeting - WA Q2 2024
31 May 2024 RSUG 2024 Conference
19 Apr 2024 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
27 Mar 2024 NORM in mineral processing - it's getting complicated.
27 Mar 2024 Webinar - What ARPS is doing right now and throughout 2024!
23 Feb 2024 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
3 Dec 2023 AIOH23
1 Dec 2023 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS AGM 2023
30 Nov 2023 ARPS Chapter Meeting - SAARPS
6 Nov 2023 ICRP 2023
29 Oct 2023 46th Annual Conference of the Australasian Radiation Protection Society
26 Oct 2023 Re-Rescheduled - Common misconceptions for opposing nuclear energy
19 Sep 2023 International Symposium on Natural and Artificial Radiation Exposures and Radiological Protection Studies (NARE2023)
9 Aug 2023 Webinar - Ultraviolet Radiation –Radiation of greatest threat but least concern
23 Jul 2023 11th International Conference on Isotopes
13 Jul 2023 Third IRPA International Webinar: News on IRPA Task Groups (Women in Radiation-WiR and Tissue Reactions) and Young Generation Network-YGN
15 Jun 2023 WHS (Mines) Regulations & It's Impact On The Mining Industry (NORM Focused)
1 Jun 2023 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
24 May 2023 Webinar - Radiation Protection in the Industrial Sector
23 Mar 2023 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
17 Feb 2023 RSUG 2023 Conference
27 Jan 2023 News on IRPA Task Groups (NORM, NIR and Review of the System of Radiological Protection)
3 Dec 2022 39th Annual Conference of AIOH
1 Dec 2022 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS AGM 2022
28 Nov 2022 Webinar - What are other exposure scientists working on?.. a look at the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists
28 Nov 2022 16th SPERA - South Pacific Environmental Radioactivity Association Conference
13 Nov 2022 EPSM - Engineering & Physical Sciences in Medicine Conference
31 Oct 2022 ARPS AGM 2022
31 Oct 2022 ARPS South Australia - Symposium
17 Aug 2022 ARPS and RSUG Student Meet Industry night
1 Aug 2022 Webinar - Radon in Workplaces – Practical Implications of New IAEA Guidelines
20 May 2022 26th ALTA Conference 2022
13 May 2022 52nd ANZSNM Annual Scientific Meeting
9 May 2022 10th International Symposium on Naturally Occuring Radioactive Material
28 Apr 2022 IPAS seminar - Researching the Effects of the Presence and Absence of Ionizing Radiation - The REPAIR Project in SNOLAB.
20 Apr 2022 IOMP-ICRP WEBINAR: Are Radiation Risks Below 100 mGy (for example) Through Recurrent CT Procedures of Real Concern for Radiological Protection?
12 Apr 2022 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
5 Apr 2022 Webinar - Dose Estimation for Medical Incidents and Accidents
5 Apr 2022 U.S NRC RAMP virtual meeting co-hosted by ARPANSA
30 Mar 2022 Arpansa Knowledge Hub talks
28 Mar 2022 Webinar - Live Electromagnetic Energy (EME) testing from Telstra’s 5G mmWave Smart Apartment
7 Mar 2022 45th Annual Conference of the Australasian Radiation Protection Society
24 Feb 2022 ICSNERWM 2022: 16. International Conference on Sustainable Nuclear Energy and Radioactive Waste Management
16 Feb 2022 ICNCT 2022: International Conference on Nuclear Chemistry and Technology
7 Dec 2021 Webinar - Understanding national capacity and capability in Emergency Preparedness and Response
29 Nov 2021 ARPS AGM 2021
19 Oct 2021 Keeping the ICRP Recommendations Fit for Purpose Paper
14 Sep 2021 Webinar - Review & Revision of the System of Radiological Protection
31 Aug 2021 Radiation protection of astronauts in human missions to Mars
20 Aug 2021 Mobile Phones and Health
25 May 2021 Webinar - Ethical communication: radiological risk to patients participating in trials – do they need to know?
23 Feb 2021 Webinar - Gamma-Ray Imaging with CORIS360
9 Feb 2021 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
15 Dec 2020 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS AGM 2020
15 Dec 2020 Webinar - Montebello Islands: Existing exposure site monitoring strategy and decision support
8 Dec 2020 ARPS Chapter Meeting - QARPS
30 Nov 2020 ARPS AGM 2020

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