a wide range of technical topics and 43 technical reports thatshed light on the similarities and differences in national
requirements and practices. The topics of the technicalreports were selected based on the issues arising from
regulatory activities in member countries, safety
implications, or the general need to have a better
understanding of the subject.

New horizons

Explore the future of nuclear with
NEA's International School for theImplementation of Safety
Evaluation
Dive into a world of innovation, cooperation, andregulatory excellence as we explore the frontiersof a safe nuclear technology together.

Foundation for action
Among the NEA’s many cooperative frameworks, theMultinational Design Evaluation Programme (MDEP) has
been a ground-breaking multinational initiative, bringing
together national regulators for over 17 years to review newreactor designs. More than a programme, this initiative
defined a global community firmly committed in advancing
safety and regulatory harmonization.
With the aim of achieving regulatory harmonisation,
this programme will target the immediate needs ofstakeholders involved in advancing safety regulation
for new nuclear technology.

Sharing knowledge for a bright future
The MDEP framework explored in depth five nuclear power
plant designs. It produced 39 common positions, addressing

As we step into the future, we make our priority to gather
the best of the knowledge produced, in particular by MDEP,and disseminate this experience among a larger audience.
Join us in this journey to develop solutions for the challenges
ahead.

Why UAEA fast-evolving country and a successful example of anembarking experience in the nuclear field, UAE is now
involved in numerous international initiatives andboasts a wealth of human resources open to exchange
and learning.

Who should attend• Regulators and theirtechnical support
organizations (TSOs) from embarking countries or
those providing support to embarking countries;•Newly recruited staff of regulatory bodies andlicensees from vendor countries;

What is proposed?

•A three-module course at Khalifa University, in Abu
Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), for regulators,industry and decision-makers, based mainly on
MDEP experience.

Licensees from embarking countries (to learn
about regulatory expectations);•Decision makers in embarking countries;•Students aiming to work for a licensee orregulatory body.

Module 1: general overview of the safety
considerations for MDEP designs and newtechnologies.
Module 2: detailed safety assessment topics for thecross-cutting technical issues.
Module 3: detailed design-focused safety assessment
topics and study cases.

Aims and benefits• Fostering multi-disciplinary

skillscompetences through hands-on training;and•Participating in challenging and innovativeactivities;•Mentorship from experts to transfer knowledge tothe next generation of professionals;•

Apply the knowledge acquired to address realworld issues and global challenges.

Get involved
Become part of NEA's International School for theImplementation of Safety Evaluation, where you'll
gain insights into the regulatory practices andexpectations. Expand your horizons and takeadvantage of this unique opportunity to enhance yourknowledge while shaping the future of nuclear energy.

Contact us
mdep.secretariat@oecd-nea.org

Additional information can
www.oecd-nea.org/mdep/

befound:

Join us as we shape the future ofnuclear safety and design evaluation!