FER RRR RR OE 2 ee -26- Results produced by the proposed researchare potentially useful in other areas. Resettlement of communities in environ- ments containing varying dosages of radioactivity is a relatively new phenomenon. A paucity of data exist on how future residents perceive the risks, problems, and long-term effects. Disposal of radioactive mill tailings and other low-level radiation hazards to make room for population growth will require interaction between DOE and future residents. Safety and health standards will have to be communicated in a convincing manner, one that will prevent misunderstanding and yet provide assurances. This project will contribute to better understanding of future cleanup and resettlement issues and help prepare DOE to deal effectively with residents. Finally, information gathered in the course of the research project may be useful in identifying possible nonradiation-related adjustment problems associated with resettlement of the atolls. Resettling Marshallese may experience dif- ficulties in establishing former community relationships, building a socioeconomic base and providing sustenance. Should these and other related problems occur,. some of the information provided by the proposed research may form the basis for helping identify ways to overcome or resolve the problems. SCHEDULE OF RESEARCH ACTIVITIES Figure 1 outlines the research tasks scheduled to occur within the project together with projected times for comple-