Internal Dose Assessments with Taurus Software

Apply Taurus confidently for internal dose assessments

Accurate internal dose assessments help determine how much radiation a person has absorbed after radioactive substances enter the body, supporting safe working practices and protecting those who work with ionising radiation.

Designed by experts from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), this course introduces the Taurus software used to estimate internal radiation doses following radionuclide intakes.

You’ll develop practical skills using the software while strengthening your understanding of the scientific principles that underpin internal dosimetry and bioassay interpretation.

Whether you’re new to Taurus or looking to use its features more effectively, this course provides a structured introduction to the dose assessments used across the nuclear industry and regulatory settings.

Learn the principles of internal dosimetry

You’ll become familiar with the Taurus interface, understand the purpose of internal dose calculations, and learn how the software supports radiation protection practice.

Carry out dose calculations with Taurus

Develop practical experience using Taurus to perform simple, prospective, and retrospective dose calculations.

You’ll work through guided exercises that demonstrate how the software can be applied to different assessment scenarios while building confidence in using its core functions.

Interpret bioassay data with confidence

You’ll discover how bioassay measurements contribute to internal dose assessments and investigate techniques that support accurate, evidence-based decision-making in radiation protection and health physics.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in using Taurus software and a clearer understanding of the methods used to perform internal dose assessments in professional practice.

This course is designed for professionals carrying out internal dose assessments following radionuclide intakes, including those working for Approved Dosimetry Services (ADS), the nuclear industry, and regulatory agencies. It is also suitable for researchers and learners who want to develop practical skills using Taurus software. No previous experience with Taurus is required, although a general understanding of scientific and statistical concepts is beneficial.

To get the most out of this training you will need your own copy of Taurus. If you already have a licence, you can download the latest version of Taurus from our website at https://www.ukhsa-protectionservices.org.uk/idcs. If you need to buy a copy you will also find the details on the website.

This course is designed for professionals carrying out internal dose assessments following radionuclide intakes, including those working for Approved Dosimetry Services (ADS), the nuclear industry, and regulatory agencies. It is also suitable for researchers and learners who want to develop practical skills using Taurus software. No previous experience with Taurus is required, although a general understanding of scientific and statistical concepts is beneficial.

• Apply appropriate bioassay data analysis techniques
• Evaluate and interpret fitting results and quality metrics
• Perform internal dose assessments using Taurus