Collection Overview 

Scientific Reports has launched a Guest-Edited Collection on Radiation shielding.

Radiation shielding is crucial in protecting both human health and sensitive equipment from harmful ionising radiation. This field has gained significant attention due to its applications in medical imaging, nuclear power plants, space exploration, and radiation therapy. Advances in materials science, nanotechnology, and computational modelling have driven the development of more effective and efficient shielding solutions; researchers from academia and industry are exploring advanced materials including lead-free composites and high-density polymers to enhance radiation attenuation while minimising weight and cost. Additionally, the integration of smart technologies and adaptive shielding systems promises to revolutionise radiation protection strategies.

This will be a Collection of original research papers  and will be open for submissions from all authors – on the condition that the manuscripts fall within the scope of the Collection and of Scientific Reports more generally. We are welcoming submissions until 16th June 2026.

Why is this Collection important?

"In recent years, with the development of nuclear science and technology, radiation shielding has become an important research field, which is directly related to the sustainable development of the nuclear industry and the safety of society. Therefore, it is crucial to conduct research on radiation shielding."

- Dr. Wei-Bing Liao, Guest Editor

Why submit to a collection?  

Collections like this one help promote high-quality science. They are led by Guest Editors, who are experts in their fields, and In-House Editors and are supported by a dedicated team of Commissioning Editors and Managing Editors at Springer Nature. Collection manuscripts typically see higher citations, downloads, and Altmetric scores and provide a one-stop-shop on a cutting-edge topic of interest.  

Who is involved?

Guest Editors:

• Alexander Brandl, Colorado State University, USA
• Wei-Bing Liao, Shenzhen University, China
• Shichang Liu, North China Electric Power University, China
• Hasan Özdoğan, Antalya Bilim University, Turkey

Internal Team:

• In-House Editor: Silvia Butera, Scientific Reports, China
• Commissioning Editor: Robert Moran, Fully OA Brands, Springer Nature, UK
• Managing Editor: Rebecca Chan, Fully OA Brands, Springer Nature, UK

How can I submit my paper?

Visit the Collection page for more information on the Collection, and how to submit your article.