[en] The Philippine Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) continues its mandated functions and responsibilities to exploit the beneficial peaceful application of nuclear energy for national development and to protect the public from the hazards posed by radiation. This report summarizes the major accomplishments of PAEC for 1985. Details of studies conducted are not included in the report but are produced as technical reports of the commission. (ELC)

[en] This article briefly but comprehensively enumerates the functions and responsibilities of the Commission with emphasis on its local and overseas training program. It emphasizes the significance of these programs in meeting the manpower need of the country especially with the construction of the first nuclear power plant. (author)

[en] The report covers all the research and development activities on the application of nuclear energy in agriculture and natural resources, health and nutrition, industry and energy, basic science and emerging techologies. It also reports nuclear services rendered as well as nuclear technology and engineering services, nuclear regulations licensing and safeguards; emergency preparedness and environmental safety; and scientific and technological services and information. (ELC)

[en] Article reviewed on the establishment and management of the Philippine Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) which has enhanced the growth of nuclear technology in the country. Factors such as manpower development, licensing, research and development, industrial application and socio-economic impact of the nuclear techniques were discussed

[en] The Philippine Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), now the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI), organized the 1st Philippine Nuclear Congress in 1976 to present the progress of R and D, nuclear S and T services in the applications of nuclear energy, and the nuclear power program. This year 1996 marks the centennial of the discovery of radioactivity and the organizing committee finds it relevant to convene the 2nd Philippine Nuclear Congress with the objectives to review the global/regional/national scenarios in nuclear energy applications; to provide a forum and discussions of the issues and concerns on public acceptance; and to propose policy recommendations to the government towards the role of nuclear science and technology in the 21st century

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[en] The author reported that there is a favourable increase of X-ray machine and radiologists proportionate to the increase of population in the Philippines but these are concentrated in Metro Manila. There is a proliferation of ultrasound units because of the cheaper cost of machines and lower overhead of the non-invasive and radiation-free procedure. It is noted that only four radiologists are actively involved in nuclear medicine. Facilities of radiotherapy and the number of radiation oncologists have remained stagnant for the past eight years; many of the equipment are poorly maintained and cobalt-60 sources unreplenished. Another drawback is the public fear of radiation from ionizing radiation emitting modalities such as diagnostic X-ray, nuclear medicine and computed tomography. Likewise, the future of radiology in the Philippines lies in the state of the art radiological facilities not yet available in the country. (ELC). 8 refs.; 9 tabs

[en] Presented are on-going research and development projects of the Philippine Atomic Energy Commission in the fields of agriculture and natural resources, health and nutrition, supportive research, nuclear applications services, industry and energy, and other scientific and technological services and information system. (ELC)

[en] The science Act of 1958 created the Philippine Atomic Energy Commission, presently known as the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI), under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). The PNRI is tasked with the dual role of promotion and control of the peaceful applications of atomic energy. To carry its mandate of regulation and control on the use of raioisotopes in various fields, the PNRI had promulgated and issued specific regulations known as the Code of PNRI regulations. This paper summarizes the activities undertaken by PNRI in the continuing process of review and subsequent revisions of the Code of PNRI regulations and related guidance documents. It highlights proposed modifications in the present regulations in an attempt to adopt the new international basic safety standards, the practical problems and related issues attendant to the implementation of these new standards, among others. In line with the overall objective of PNRI to ensure the safe application of nuclear energy and radiation technology in various fields, the institute conducted a series of regulatory information conferences to provide an opportunity for members of the regulatory staff of the PNRI and licenses to discuss safety initiatives and regulatory issues. This paper will also provide an in-depth assessment of the lessons learned from these conferences which were conducted by sector or by specific applications for a more focused approach, e.g. radiopharmaceuticals, industrial radiography, research, among others. Licensees' feedback on the PNRI regulatory process are presented as part of the overall objective of enhancing the operational experiences of the licensing, review and evaluation group as well as that of inspection, enforcement and compliance. Several proposed initiatives for consideration of the PNRI to further strengthen its regulatory functions are also briefly outlined. (author)

[en] A short history of nuclear regulations in the Philippines is briefly discussed. Enumerated are the responsibilities and duties of the Philippine Atomic Energy Commission as mandated by the government in licensing and regulating nuclear materials and facilities. Likewise, information on the issuance of a construction permit and operating licence as well as the enforcement program of the commission are given. (ELC)