Hildegarde Vandenhove, the Director of the IAEA Division of Radiation Safety, Transport, and Waste Safety, is profiled by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as part of their initiative to inspire and encourage women to pursue careers in STEM. Vandenhove's career has been driven by her curiosity and passion for science, leading her to her current position at the IAEA. She has made significant contributions to the field, including patenting a new method for the fixation of radiocaesium. Vandenhove has also been a trailblazer for women in her field, serving as the first woman in higher managerial roles at the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre. She is now leading a team at the IAEA to develop safety standards and support their implementation in member countries. The IAEA is committed to gender equality and supporting the next generation of women nuclear professionals through initiatives such as the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme and the Lise Meitner Programme.
Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:34:57 GMT | International Atomic Energy Agency