• Tae-Hong Park
• Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute
• E-mail : parktae@kaeri.re.kr

Radiochemistry is a field that studies the chemical properties and behaviors of radioactive substances such as radionuclides and nuclear materials. Academically, analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and electrochemistry, as well as nuclear chemistry, radiochemistry, and radiation/activity analysis are closely linked. We have been operating as an independent technical division since 2016 to develop domestic radiochemistry technology, to expand the field, and to nurture human resources. The Radiochemistry technical division focuses its activities on the following research areas in order to establish radiochemical research foundation for safe management of spent nuclear fuel and radioactive waste, decommissioning of old nuclear power plants, securing transparency in nuclear activities, and developing downstream nuclear fuel cycle technologies.

• Radiochemical studies related to the safe disposal and management of spent nuclear fuel
• Analysis of radionuclides and their inventories in low- and intermediate-level waste from nuclear facility operations and decommissioning
• Chemical researches to develop radioactive waste decontamination and volume reduction technologies
• Analysis of trace nuclear materials for transparency and verification of nuclear activities
• Physicochemical characterization of radioactive materials for development of downstream nuclear fuel cycle technologies
• Development of programs for radiochemistry workforce training and outreach