1 IAEA-CN-123/03/P/12 NEEDS FOR RESTORATION OF NUCLEAR KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN SERBIA

Abstract: Nuclear programmes in former Yugoslavia have been supported by comprehensive research and development (R&D), educational programs and pertinent training in country and abroad. Three research reactors and one nuclear power plant (NPP) were constructed and operated with significant participation of domestic experts. Since 1989, the nuclear expertise has been deteriorated considerably in Serbia due to adopted law on ban for NPP construction, isolation of the country due to the UN sanctions and weak economical situation. Major R&D programs were cancelled, nuclear courses at the University revoked, many professionals left the country, and the loss of nuclear knowledge and expertise was inevitable. A new nuclear programme related to remediation of nuclear and radiation safety in Serbia has been launched two years ago. This paper, beside overview of past nuclear knowledge management programmes, emphasizes the need for nuclear expertise and the lack of nuclear professionals to carry out new programme. 1