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Some of Sydney’s best science teachers meet its best science infrastructure
Agreement with J-PARC opens neutron scattering conference
Meeting the challenges of a changing scientific landscape with virtual power
Leveraging over half a century of knowledge in the safe management of radioactive waste
ANSTO's Chief Nuclear Officer shares insights on the safe management of Australia's nuclear waste.
70 years of scientific excellence has brought significant benefits to Australia
ANSTO is a unique national science organisation that began operating under its predecessor The Australian Atomic Energy Commission (AAEC) 70 years ago.
Successfully navigating the challenges of replacing a component in a nuclear reactor
The installation of a cold neutron source (CNS), a component that reduces the energy and speed of the neutrons from a research reactor for use in scientific instruments, was successfully completed in September 2024.
Highlights - Energy Materials
Highlights of the Energy Materials Project.
Powerful mathematical calculations guide the startup of a nuclear reactor
The nuclear analysis team at ANSTO recently had a significant role in the re-design and optimisation of a cold neutron source facility for the reactor, its installation and the subsequent restart after a six-month shutdown.
Cross collaboration on highly competitive funding for projects and facilities
ANSTO facilities and expertise supply a large range of radioisotopes for radiopharmaceutical and environmental applications
Excellent radiolabelling facilities and the operation of OPAL, a world-class multi-purpose nuclear reactor, enable ANSTO to produce a large range of radioisotopes for Australian researchers in both radiopharmaceutical and environmental areas.
Update: Regional Cooperative Agreement (RCA) Cooperative Projects (Asia and Pacific)
ANSTO is coordinating and facilitating the calling of pre-concept papers for the next cycle of technical cooperative project proposals under the Regional Cooperative Agreement for Research, Development and Training Related to Nuclear Science and Technology for Asia and the Pacific (RCA) | IAEA
What are radioisotopes?
Radioisotopes are widely used in medicine, industry, and scientific research. New applications for radioisotopes are constantly being developed.
$12.5 million for new jobs from ANSTO’s Innovation Precinct
The NSW Government will invest $12.5 million to support the expansion of the Innovation Precinct at the Lucas Heights campus of the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO).
Statement of Intent
In January 2026, Mr Michael Quigley AM, ANSTO Board Chair, shared ANSTO's Statement of Intent with the Minister for Industry and Innovation, and Minister for Science.
The Australian Synchrotron
A world-class national research facility that uses accelerator technology to produce a powerful source of light-X rays and infrared radiation a million times brighter than the sun.
Outstanding individuals recognised in ANSTO Awards
Outstanding individuals and teams have been recognised for their outstanding work, innovation, excellence in the 2025 ANSTO Awards.
Business case to inform direction of Australian nuclear medicine
Consultant appointed to consider a variety of financial, manufacture and import options.
PET innovation
Tool developed for producing F-18 radiopharmaceuticals for PET imaging.
From digital to biological: A full-stack research capability
A unique scientific capability comprising a single research platform for high-fidelity simulation, real-time dosimetry, and biological response data is available all from a neutron instrument.