SEES EEERETRE TETAEE
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Islands have created certain social and psychological
problems for atoll communities.
Previous radiological-related
communications with atoll residents have been hampered,
to confusion, misunderstandings and suspicion.
leading
Moreover,
risks
introduced by the presence of radiation in the. soil and: certain
natural foods has forced disruptive life-style changes among
specific atoll groups.
Future resettlement of Bikini and
Enewetak Atolls will present readjustment difficulties owing to
restrictions imposed by radiation dosages.
PROPOSED RESEARCH
OBJECTIVES
The overall objective of the proposed research is to
collect, analyze and interpret information which will permit more
effective communication between DOE and Marshall Islanders about
radiological topics and resettlement of the Marshall Islands.
This information would assist the Department of Energy to
effectively inform resettling Marshallese communities of the
current monitoring activities and safety and health standards
associated with radiation levels.
Six specific practical objectives will contribute to the
overall research objective.
1.
They are:
To identify, review.and analyze previous communications and contacts involving radiological topics
between Marshallese and their representativies
and federal agency representatives.