JOURNAL ARTICLE

The most dangerous job in the world.

  • Published In: New Scientist, 2026, v. 270, n. 3591. P. 36 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sparkes, Matthew 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the hazardous work of Anatoly Doroshenko, a young scientist at the Institute for Safety Problems of Nuclear Power Plants (ISPNPP), who regularly enters the irradiated ruins of Chernobyl’s reactor 4 to monitor radioactivity and collect data. Despite extreme radiation, confined spaces, and structural dangers such as the unstable Upper Biological Shield, Doroshenko and his colleagues conduct essential measurements to understand ongoing nuclear activity and potential risks inside the damaged reactor. The article highlights the balance between safety precautions, including protective gear and strict protocols, and the necessity of direct human involvement to manage the long-term containment and monitoring of the site. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:New Scientist. 2026/04, Vol. 270, Issue 3591, p36
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0262-4079
  • Accession Number:192997073
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