This concise yet comprehensive primer on ionising radiation protection includes chapters on foundational nuclear physics, radiation units, the biological effects of radiation exposure, radiation risk and epidemiological studies, internal and external radiation hazards, background radiation, radioactive waste management, and radiation detection. The background knowledge to understand each topic is included early in the book. Each topic is introduced slowly and the complexity and depth are increased to a level commensurate with a master's degree. End-of-chapter exercises enable the reader to consolidate their knowledge.

This text is ideal for anyone wanting to gain insight into the most important areas of the field and will well-equip those wishing to explore the subject in further depth/detail/breadth.

Provides a concise easy to understand primer that contains expert-level knowledge Enables the reader to identify and fully understand the key areas in the field of ionising radiation protection Offers end-of-chapter exercises and solutions

Autorentext

Jordan Wain BSc(Hons) PGCHE MSc MPhil (Cantab) CRadP MSRP holds three degrees in Chemistry, The Physics and Technology of Nuclear Reactors, and Nuclear Energy. He is a Chartered Radiation Protection professional and a member of the Society of Radiological Protection. Presently, he is a Senior Lecturer in Nuclear Emergency Response with a research focus in Radiation Protection.

Inhalt

Introduction.- Units.- Biological Effects.- Epidemiological Studies and Radiation Risk.- The Internal Radiation Hazard.- The External Radiation Hazard.- Background Radiation.- Radio Active Waste Management.- Nuclear Emergencies.