Radiation Effects Research Foundation
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The Radiation Effects Research Foundation (RERF) is a joint U.S.-Japan research organization responsible for studying the medical effects of radiation and associated diseases in humans for the welfare of the survivors and all humankind.[1] The organization's scientific laboratories are located in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan.
Abbreviation | RERF |
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Predecessor | Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission |
Formation | 1 April 1975; 49 years ago (1975-04-01) |
Founded at | Hiroshima, Japan |
Leader | Dr. Ohtsura Niwa |
Website | https://www.rerf.or.jp/ |
RERF's studies into radiation health effects have continued for more than 70 years, making RERF unique for its conduct of epidemiological and other research on such a large population (more than 120,000 individuals) over such a long timeframe.[2] RERF continues its research with the aim of further elucidating the effects of A-bomb radiation on human health.[1]
RERF carries out research in numerous scientific fields, including epidemiology, clinical medicine, genetics, and immunology.[2] Findings from RERF's studies are utilized not only for the medical care and welfare of the A-bomb survivors but also for the establishment of international radiation protection standards.[2]