Open Source Center Views Brazil Nuclear Programs
Brazil’s nuclear energy research programs and facilities are described in two recent publications of the DNI Open Source Center. These documents have not been approved for public release, but copies were obtained by Secrecy News.
“Brazil — Survey of Nuclear Agencies, Facilities” (pdf), February 9, 2009.
“Brazil — Websites, Online Publications Seek to Inform Public on Nuclear Activities” (pdf), August 5, 2009.
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