68 research projects in the field of atomic energy were introduced at the nuclear science and technology conference for young officials, including many potential topics for economic development applications.
The authors reported the results at a conference on October 3 – 4 held in Hanoi. Dr. Pham Quang Minh, Deputy Director of the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute, said that this is the 8th time the conference has been held, the number of young officials participating is increasing and the quality of research is increasing. This is considered a forum, creating a stepping stone for scientists’ academic paths.
At the conference, a research team from the Institute of Agricultural Genetics shared the results of using gamma rays to create rice mutations and select high-yield, good-quality mutant lines to contribute to food production in Vietnam. . Results of gamma ray irradiation (Co60) on rice varieties ST20 and ST5. After screening, the team selected 4 rice lines of equal or higher quality than the original variety with soft rice, moderate aroma and elasticity, high whiteness, and low amylose content below 16%. This mutant rice line is improved and has a shorter growth period than the control. Genome sequencing of the mutant rice line has been conducted and developed, showing that after irradiation it contains many different variations when compared to the genome of the original variety ST5.
The author group of the Institute of Rare Radiation Technology introduces research on the preparation of colloidal silica as a raw material for foliar fertilizer. Representative of Hanoi Irradiation Center introduced research on the effects of gamma irradiation on the resistance of Trichoderma to Rhizoctonia solani causing sheath blight disease in rice and research on the application of accelerated electron beams for treatment of drug waste Hexanchlorane insecticide…
Another study presented is a large acceleration complex jointly carried out by a group of young scientists from the Institute of Physics (Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology) and the Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology. Accelerators are one of the few devices that are used in many fields: scientific research, medicine, environment, and industry.
For example, in research accelerators are used to cause subatomic particles to collide at speeds close to the speed of light to improve understanding of the origins of the universe. Some of these machines are also used to generate neutrons, which are commonly used for various purposes of research nuclear reactors.
In medicine, accelerators are used to destroy cancer cells, explore the structure of proteins and viruses, produce drugs…
Hanoi Irradiation Center staff operates the control system for accelerators producing radiopharmaceuticals. Image: Phuong Nguyen
Accordingly, Dr. Tran Dinh Trong, Institute of Physics, representative of the research team, said that an accelerator complex can gather and promote many different fields to develop together, so owning an accelerator complex is important. wishes of many countries including Vietnam. Currently, there are many types of accelerator complexes that differ in construction and operating costs as well as application scope. The research team provides assessments on the feasibility and necessity of a large accelerator complex in Vietnam as well as providing information about Vietnam’s preparation process.
In addition to applied works, many basic research in the fields of physics and nuclear technology were shared at the conference. A group of authors from the University of Natural Sciences, Hanoi National University researched the effect of bracing on natural convection for the reactor’s fuel rod model. A group of scientists from the Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology introduced a study simulating the characteristics of a low-dose gamma radiation standard field using Cs-137 source…
Dr. Tran Chi Thanh, Director of the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute, said that the atomic energy industry can contribute well to economic development in the context of climate change. Accordingly, encouraging young scientists to participate in research to exploit and apply the strengths of atomic energy has been emphasized by the Institute for many years. This is also a way to train and prepare human resources for the industry in the future.
Since 2010, the Nuclear Science and Technology conference for young officials in the Atomic Energy industry has been held every two years. The event is an opportunity for young scientists to exchange ideas, experiences, research results, and connect and cooperate between research units.