ANSTO's research capabilities, led by the OPAL nuclear research reactor and associated instruments provide access to users investigating areas as diverse as materials, life sciences, climate change and mining/engineering.
IME projects
SINAP
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Nuclear materials modelling& characterisation
The group examines materials before, during and after radiation damage processes using a range of experimental and atomistic modelling techniques.
This provides fundamental information for the development of new materials for advanced energy applications. Discover More. |
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Nuclear materials science
The development of nuclear materials is focused on activities which can deliver benefits towards future environmentally sustainable energy production and to the application of our expertise in other areas to support Australian industry and its environmental challenges.
Research conducted within this research programme fall into three areas Discover More. |
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Structural integrity
The research is also applicable to high technology engineering applications such as the aerospace industry.
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National security research
Recent research with the Australian Federal Police (AFP) in nuclear forensics has investigated the effects of ionising radiation on traditional forms of evidence.
Forensic validation of such techniques in the presence of ionising radiation will contribute to the successful prosecution of criminal cases involving radiological or nuclear terrorism. Discover More.
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Facilities Support
From a governance perspective, the facilities support group ensures that there is separation between staff responsible for scientific outcomes and those responsible for the safe and secure operation of IME facilities. Discover More.
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