What is Nuclear Energy? The Science of Nuclear Power
Nov 11, 2025 · What is nuclear fission? Nuclear fission is a reaction where the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, while releasing energy. For instance, when hit by a neutron, the …
Nuclear Explained - International Atomic Energy Agency
Sep 13, 2023 · Nuclear fusion is the process by which two light atomic nuclei combine to form a single heavier one while releasing massive amounts of energy. Fusion reactions take place in a state of …
Nuclear Explained - International Atomic Energy Agency
The articles and videos on this page offer easy-to-understand explanations of major topics in nuclear science and technology. The many peaceful uses of nuclear technology have a beneficial impact on …
Nuclear Energy in the Clean Energy Transition
Jan 24, 2025 · As the world marks the International Day of Clean Energy in 2025, global momentum behind nuclear energy continues to build, with the clean power source set to generate record levels …
Energy, Electricity and Nuclear Power Estimates for the Period up to ...
Oct 21, 2025 · The 44th edition of Reference Data Series No. 1 (RDS-1) contains estimates of energy, electricity, and nuclear power trends up to the year 2050. The publication is organized into world and …
Nuclear energy, safe use of nuclear power | IAEA
Oct 10, 2025 · Energy is essential for sustainable economic growth and improved human welfare. Nuclear energy provides access to clean, reliable and affordable energy, mitigating the negative …
International Atomic Energy Agency | Atoms for Peace and Development
Nov 7, 2025 · The IAEA is the world's centre for cooperation in the nuclear field, promoting the safe, secure and peaceful use of nuclear technology. It works in a wide range of areas including energy …
Top ‘Nuclear Explained’ Reads in 2024 | IAEA
Dec 23, 2024 · The IAEA’s ‘Nuclear Explained’ series takes scientific and technical subjects related to nuclear topics and makes them easier to understand. Delve into our top explainers in 2024 to find out …
International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Energy
Dec 4, 2025 · The dialogue will explore the gamut of nuclear power development and deployment including the complexities of technology selection, infrastructure development, stakeholder …
IAEA Outlook for Nuclear Power Increases for Fourth Straight Year ...
Sep 16, 2024 · The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has revised up its annual projections for the expansion of nuclear power for a fourth successive year. World nuclear capacity is now projected …