Atomic Energy Commission

Nuclear research centre of Birine

Mission: The nuclear research centre of Birine is responsible for developing and implementing the scientific and technical research programs required for the development of reactor physics and technologies, nuclear facility instrumentation and control, radioisotope production techniques and processes, neutron applications, nuclear safety and the environment, and radioactive waste management and processing. It is also responsible for ensuring the safe operation of existing nuclear facilities. In addition, the center participates in the training of technicians, engineers and researchers in the center’s specific fields of activity, as well as in the training of nuclear reactor operators, in accordance with the terms and conditions laid down by current regulations.

Infrastructure & Equipment: Includes Es-Salam Reactor, Hot Cells, High-Pressure and High-Temperature Loops, Radioactive Waste Storage Facilities, Neutron Activation Analysis Laboratory, Neutronography and Tomography Facilities, Neutron Diffractometer, AURES 1 Sub-Critical Assembly, and Research and Development Laboratories.

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Training course on nuclear security for Frontline Interveners, Algiers, October 25-27, 2026.
Training course on nuclear security for Frontline Interveners, Algiers, October 25-27, 2026.
Commemorating the 65th Anniversary of the 17 October 1961 Massacres in Paris: A Minute of Silence in Remembrance of the Martyrs.
Commemorating the 65th Anniversary of the 17 October 1961 Massacres in Paris: A Minute of Silence in Remembrance of the Martyrs.
Ordinary session meeting of the Board of Directors of the Algerian Institute for Training in Nuclear Engineering (IAGN) attached the Atomic Energy Commission (COMENA).
Ordinary session meeting of the Board of Directors of the Algerian Institute for Training in Nuclear Engineering (IAGN) attached the Atomic Energy Commission (COMENA).
Atomic Energy Commission participation in the 70th regular session of the IAEA General Conference.
Atomic Energy Commission participation in the 70th regular session of the IAEA General Conference.
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