The Institute of Nuclear and Radiological Sciences & Technology, Energy & Safety (INRASTES) of NCSR “Demokritos” is a leading interdisciplinary research institute conducting high-level basic, translational and applied research in areas of strategic importance for society, the economy and sustainable development.

Its activities are organized around five thematic areas aligned with European research priorities and national smart specialization strategies:

i. Nuclear Technology
ii. Energy & Safety
iii. Environmental Technologies & Climate Change
iv. Radiological Sciences and Radiopharmacy
v. Biodiagnostic Sciences and Technologies

INRASTES combines scientific excellence with a strong technological and innovation-oriented approach, supporting industry, public authorities and society through advanced research services, specialized expertise and technology transfer activities.

The Institute operates unique large-scale research infrastructures, including hydrogen storage facilities, air quality and climate monitoring stations, radiopharmaceutical production and quality control facilities, and specialized laboratories for radioactive pollutants and dioxin analysis. Building on decades of experience from operating Greece’s only Nuclear Research Reactor, INRASTES has expanded its activities into cutting-edge technologies addressing energy transition, safety, environmental protection and climate adaptation challenges.

The Institute also maintains nationally significant expertise in nuclear fission and fusion technologies, radiation protection, biodiagnostics and radioactive waste management. Several laboratories serve as National Reference Laboratories, reinforcing INRASTES’ strategic role within the Greek and European research and innovation ecosystem.