MELODI
Multidisciplinary
European Low Dose Initiative
MELODI is a European Platform dedicated to low dose radiation risk research. In 2010 MELODI was founded as a registered association with 15 members.
The purpose of MELODI is:
EUROPE 2020 Strategy
Communication with stakeholders
MELODI will seek the views of stakeholders on the priorities for research, keep them informed on progress made, and contribute to the dissemination of knowledge.
Cooperation with WHO and IAEA

News and Updates
8th MELODI workshop on medical radiation
The 8th Topical MELODI workshop, which will be organized by STUK in Helsinki, Finland, 27-28 October, 2025 focuses on radiation exposure in the context of medical uses of ionizing radiation. As usual, the participation and accommodation costs (for 2 nights) for 1...
A position statement by the MELODI scientific advisory committee on maintaining competence in radiation protection research has been published
Amundson, S.A., Belli, M., Blettner, M. et al. Maintaining competence in radiation protection research: a position statement by the MELODI scientific advisory committee. Radiat Environ Biophys 64, 201–209 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00411-025-01122-6 Abstract:...
The call for the MELODI Award 2025 targeting young researchers is now open for applications.
The call for the MELODI Award 2025 targeting young researchers is now open for applications. Application deadline: 10. May 2025. The candidates will be informed about the selection procedure by 31. July 2025. The winner will be invited to the 9th European Radiation...
More about MELODI
Based on the outcomes of the yearly MELODI workshops a Strategic Research Agenda (SRA) is being progressively developed. To assure an open and vivid discussion and development of the SRA the contribution from a large number of scientists and stakeholders is needed. More information about the SRA and the ongoing discussion can be found under SRA. Comments are welcome.
In parallel to the SRA a statement on a short- to medium-term research agenda for R&T projects is developed to improve the scientific basis for radiation protection in Europe giving guidance for pending EURATOM R&T project calls. These recommendations can be found under MELODI documents.