ANSTO Nuclear Sensors
The Nuclear Sensors research program involves the design of purpose-built reactor and cyclotron radiotracers - nuclear sensors - to study the relationship between the structure and function of nanomaterials. Radioisotopes are also used to track and monitor the movement of nanomaterials in biological systems.
Advances in micro and nanotechnologies will be wide-reaching, influencing industry sectors such as healthcare, agrifood, transport, energy, information and communications technologies. While nanoparticles are expected to enhance our quality of living, the properties that make them so promising also make their potential health and environmental effects difficult to predict. Analysis of a product's life-cycle and potential side-effects is required before successfully entering the market. Understanding their impact in the environment is important to the development of a sustainable future. Our communities expect the creation of technologies that enhance their quality of life at a reduced cost and reduced negative impact on our environment.
ANSTO Nuclear Sensors
