The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has removed the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle from its radiation safety directives, indicating a significant change in nuclear safety policy. The ALARA principle was designed to ensure public health protection in light of uncertainties surrounding very low doses of radiation, stemming from the Linear No-Threshold (LNT) model introduced in the late 1920s based on research by Hermann Muller. The shift reflects evolving perspectives on radiation safety regulations.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:11:57 GMT | INSIGHTS IAS