Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Founded in 1958, the Radiological Assistance Program has earned a reputation as the nation’s go-to scientific authority for radiological incident response.
The RAP team is part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Nuclear Emergency Support Team, a multi-mission federal capability managed by the National Nuclear Security Administration.
From deploying radiation-detection teams during emergencies to advising on safety measures after contamination events, the team supports threat assessment, decision-making and coordination across all levels of government.
Founded in 1958, the Radiological Assistance Program has earned a reputation as the nation’s go-to scientific authority for radiological incident response.
The RAP team is part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Nuclear Emergency Support Team, a multi-mission federal capability managed by the National Nuclear Security Administration.
From deploying radiation-detection teams during emergencies to advising on safety measures after contamination events, the team supports threat assessment, decision-making and coordination across all levels of government.
