Dear National RCA Representatives, I am pleased to inform you that the 2020 RCA/KAERI Introductory Training Course on Radiation Technology and its Applications will be held on 11 to 22 May 2020 in Daejeon, Republic of Korea, and is now open for nominations to the Government Parties. This training course, conducted in cooperation with Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI), aims to introduce technical and practical knowledge regarding radiation application technology to the RCA GPs. Upon receiving nominations from National RCA Representatives, one or two participants from each GP will be selected based on their capability to utilize the knowledge gained from the training course. In this respect, it is cordially requested that you send us the list of nominees in a priority order. Given the time constraints for logistic arrangements, it is strongly encouraged that you send us the completed application form no later than 13 March, 2020 to the RCARO by e-mail at rcaapply@rcaro.org or by fax +82 42 864 1626. The RCARO will provide the participants with necessary expenses for their stay in Korea during the training course. Please refer to the enclosed prospectus and the RCARO website (http://www.rcaro.org) for detailed information. I look forward to receiving your nominations. Attached:1. Prospectus2. Nomination form Sincerely, Pill-Hwan ParkDirectorRCA Regional Office

RCARO Participated in the 10th International Conference on Isotopes on 3-7 February 2020 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The 10th International Conference on Isotopes (10ICI) took place on 3-7 February 2020 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Held for the first time in the Southeast Asia, the conference highlighted the opportunities and potentials available in the region for the advancement and application of isotopes. It also provided a platform to present and discuss recent research findings, state-of-the-art technologies and challenges that the world isotope community encountered as well. Researchers and professionals in isotope technology and applications from across the world gathered at the event to share ideas and experiences on innovative use of the technologies that could improve the societal well-being. As recommended by the 48th RCA GCM, the RCARO participated in this event and set up a booth in the exhibition with the aim to promote RCA activities to the target audiences. It displayed promotional posters on the RCA's general information and its contribution to the development of the region, focusing on the 4 major areas: Agriculture, Environment, Human Health and Industry. This was in alignment with the event's objective to promote nuclear science and technology as a means to achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in the fields of hunger, environment and health. The RCARO also distributed RCA brochures and other promotional materials to enhance the awareness of the RCA and expand partnerships with other regional and international organizations.

Expert Meeting for Development of E-learning Modules on Nuclear Medicine for the RCA held on 2-4 February 2020 in Manila, the Philippines The RCARO had successfully carried out the RCA project RAS/6/083, "Improving Patient Care and Enhancing Government Parties Capacity in Nuclear Medicine Programmes in RCA Region," in 2016-2018. In order to extend the outcomes and benefits of the project, it was suggested that the RCARO develop e-learning modules in the following two years with the educational materials created under the project for sustained educational support for the participating countries. The first meeting of the experts was held in April last year in Busan, Korea, to identify the contents and establish guidelines on development procedure, structure and format of the modules. The second expert meeting for development of e-learning modules on nuclear medicine for the RCA was held on 2-4 February 2020 in Manila, the Philippines, in conjunction with the session of the Asian Regional Cooperative Council for Nuclear Medicine (ARRCCNM). At the meeting, the participants refined the guidelines on e-learning module development established during the previous meeting and finalised detailed activities in 2020. There also were in-depth discussions on the areas needed to be developed and on appropriate experts responsible for development of modules of each area. The RCA E-learning Campus is to initiate its operation when the e-learning modules are developed as planned and contribute to strengthening the area of nuclear medicine in the region by supporting the Government Parties with sustainable and timely education.