Radiation health physics involves the study of ionizing radiation and developing systems and methods to protect people and their environments from radiation's hazards.
Radiation health physicists protect us from the potential dangers of exposure to radiation. Their responsibilities may include managing radiation safety at nuclear plants and hospitals; designing radiation shields for industrial and medical applications; designing sophisticated radiation detection systems; researching the effects of radiation on the environment; and providing radiation protection training. Their role is essential to society's well-being.
Students at Oregon State are guided by our top-notch faculty, who are known worldwide for their research, expertise, and innovative teaching. Our program, which traces its roots back to the 1960s, now graduates more students than any other academic institution in the nation, putting them on track to be leaders in this dynamic, indispensable field.