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The 19th annual meeting of the Council on Ionizing Radiation Measurements and Standards (CIRMS) to be held October 18-20, 2010 at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, MD. The meeting's theme is "Ionizing Radiation Sources: Uses, Availability, and Options." In light of recent developments associated with the availability, transport, and use of radioisotopes, the CIRMS Executive Committee has developed a program to address some of the critical aspects associated with various sources of radiation, both machine and isotope derived. We will address the availability, transport, and use of radioisotopes, and the potential disruptions that can occur should these isotopes no longer be available, as well as options for the use of machine sources to replace isotopes such that a fundamental understanding can be gained by those unfamiliar with the topic. The dynamic and diverse aspects of the importance of measurements and standards in this area will be addressed by internationally-recognized experts from academia, industry, and government on radiation protection, industrial applications and radiation effects, medical applications, homeland security, and other related areas. I invite you to visit our website, www.cirms.org, for updates on the evolving program. CIRMS is an organization made up of leaders from the academic, government, and industrial sectors who are dedicated to identifying the needs for new measurement technologies and the development of new standards in the field of ionizing radiation. This meeting provides a unique and excellent opportunity to the entire ionizing radiation user community to meet and discuss developments and new trends related to the fundamental aspects associated with various radiation sources. In addition to the general plenary sessions, there will be several working group sessions devoted to aspects of radiation sources in radiation therapy (medical), industrial applications, radiation protection, and homeland security. In every working group session, the needs for measurement standards in these areas will be explored by discussing the current "CIRMS Needs Report," modifying the Needs as necessary. The final conclusions from these sessions will be presented in a joint plenary session at the end of the meeting. Since its beginning, CIRMS has strongly encouraged and supported the participation of students in presenting their research, in the working groups or as posters, at the annual meetings. Additionally, CIRMS proudly continues its tradition of support through the Student Travel Grant program awards, through which up to four students will be reimbursed for their expenses to attend the meeting and make an oral presentation at the plenary session (for further information, refer to the CIRMS website). Regards, Sandy CIRMS Secretary ----------------------------------- Sander C. Perle President Mirion Technologies Dosimetry Services Division 2652 McGaw Avenue Irvine, CA 92614 +1 (949) 296-2306 (Office) +1 (949) 296-1130 (Fax) Mirion Technologies: <http://www.mirion.com/> http://www.mirion.com/
