Conference Theme： "Research of Radiation Effects in the 80th Year from the Atomic Bombings: Learning from the Past, Expanding from Hiroshima, and Bridging to the Future"
The 68th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Radiation Research Society and the 6th Asian Congress of Radiation Research (JRRS/ACRR2025) will be held jointly at International Conference Center Hiroshima from 23 (Thu.) to 26 (Sun.), October 2025.
This conference, held in Hiroshima 80 years after the atomic bombings, will provide an important venue for deepening research on the effects of radiation on the human body and for strengthening academic collaboration among Asian countries. The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki were unprecedented tragedies in human history and marked the starting point of radiation effects research. This conference aims to reflect on the experiences of the survivors and subsequent scientific research, enhance collaborative research with Asian countries, and share the knowledge necessary for the advancement of research on the biological effects of radiation and radiation protection.
To date, research on radiation effects has not only contributed to the medical care of atomic bomb survivors but has also provided valuable knowledge for improving safety standards in the use of radiation in medicine, industry, and other fields. Discussions at this conference will cross disciplines such as radiobiology, medicine, and environmental science, sharing the latest research findings on the impact of radiation on human health and the environment. This academic exchange aims to contribute to risk management and policy-making for the safe use of radiation in medicine and industry, as well as to protect humanity from radiation disasters. Furthermore, considering the tense global situation, promoting research and development for radiation disaster medicine is also an important issue. In this sense, holding this conference in Hiroshima, the site of the bombing, is of great significance.
The Asian Association for Radiation Research was born in Hiroshima 15 years ago, aims to promote scientific cooperation and exchange among Asian countries. This theme explores the development of new technologies, methodologies, and theories in radiation research, the nurturing and support of young researchers, and strategies to deepen the public's understanding and awareness of radiation in Asian countries.
This conference aims to provide a venue that aggregates scientific evidence for building a safer and more sustainable society for the future by learning from past tragedies, addressing current challenges in the use of radiation, and paving the way for the future. We recognize that the history of the bombings is an important lesson for researchers, and we aim to utilize this knowledge in current research to forge a path to the future. For this purpose, the conference will cover a wide range of topics, including research on the short-term and long-term effects of radiation on the human body, improvements in risk assessment and management associated with the use of radiation, and the development of preparedness and response measures for radiation disasters. Additionally, through the sharing of research results, the promotion of joint research projects, and the sharing of research resources among Asian countries, the conference will promote scientific collaboration and cooperation across the region.
Through this conference, we hope to open new horizons in radiation effects research, where researchers from Asian countries can learn together, cooperate, and share knowledge to contribute to the safe use of radiation and the improvement of human welfare.