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Smart silicone coatings that can change their friction and stickiness

University of Newcastle research reveals surface structure at nanoscale using neutron reflectometry

Where do nano particles go once they enter the body?

ANSTO scientist helps shape new OECD guidance

Snail shell can act a natural archive of weather and landscape changes

Radiocarbon dating undertaken at ANSTO

Using marine fossils, a large international collaboration decodes a fundamental process in Earth's history

ANSTO contributes to major study

Australia's nuclear expertise

ANSTO uses nuclear science and technology to deliver real-world benefits to Australia through excellence in research, supporting access to nuclear technologies to improve health, providing expert advice to Government and leading the development of a nuclear workforce.

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2nd October 2026

Smart silicone coatings that can change their friction and stickiness

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Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering

25th September 2026

Where do nano particles go once they enter the body? ANSTO scientist helps shape new OECD guidance

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25th September 2026

Australia Recognised Among the World's New Nuclear Security Leaders

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Health Research and Technology

ANSTO uses its infrastructure, capabilities and expertise to build knowledge and optimise the beneficial impacts of nuclear science on human health.

Environment Research and Technology

ANSTO conducts and enables research to address some of Australia’s and the world’s most challenging environmental problems.

Nuclear Materials Research and Technology

ANSTO addresses key scientific questions in the nuclear fuel cycle for both the current generation of nuclear reactors and future systems.

Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan

In 2023 ANSTO produced its 2nd Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan to guide reconciliation actions.

Indigenous Research Digital Project Map

Explore our new resource, a digital map that highlights our research projects that support the First Nations people of Australia.

Aboriginal cultural heritage

ANSTO recognises the traditional indigenous owners of the land at all its sites and works to contribute to the recognition of the indigenous cultural heritage of Australia.

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Smart silicone coatings that can change their friction and stickiness

Where do nano particles go once they enter the body?

Snail shell can act a natural archive of weather and landscape changes

Using marine fossils, a large international collaboration decodes a fundamental process in Earth's history

Australia's nuclear expertise