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First fully analysed data sets from BILBY
A sparrow has taken flight
Spatz neutron reflectometer becomes 15th neutron scattering instrument that is used for studies of biological materials and other soft matter.
Instrumentation donated to synchrotron in Jordan
Senior electronics engineer from SESAME visits following donation of instrumentation to the Middle East's synchrotron in Jordan.
X-ray fluorescence scanning
X-ray fluorescence scanner is a powerful analytical tool for environmental studies.
Exchange of expertise
A specialist in particle therapy treatment planning from the Mayo Clinic in the US, Professor Chris Beltran, recently visited ANSTO for an exchange for information.
Promising new proton conductor for next-generation fuel cells
ANSTO has contributed to work by scientists from the Tokyo Institute of Technology on a promising proton conductor for next-generation ceramic fuel cells.
Students tackle a real-world challenge regarding dissimilar-metal corrosion in a project supported by BlueScope
Deuterated mineral oil enables polymer research
The National Deuteration Facility has supported industry through the synthesis of deuterated mineral oil, which was supplied to Japanese chemical manufacturer Mitsui Chemicals. Mitsui Chemicals specialises in polymeric materials for packaging, appliances, construction and other applications.
Scientific voyage of discovery
Research undertaken to understand ancient record of algal blooms
Nuclear tech helps power Perseverance Rover on Mars
A large international research team led by Academia Sinica in Taiwan investigated how heat is transferred in an advanced thermoelectric material made with germanium (Ge) and tellurium (Te) and doped with antimony (Sb). These devices are used to power space probes such as the Mars Curiosity Rover.
Window into the cell
Access to a ‘window into the cell’ with University of Wollongong cryogenic electron microscope at ANSTO.
Year 12 Investigating Science Online Learning
Participate in live radiation demonstrations, cover syllabus content and visit ANSTO virtually during our online depth study classes for Year 12 Investigating Science.
- Participate in live demonstrations of the properties of radiation, shielding and technologies used to detect radiation.
- Learn about the OPAL multipurpose reactor, the use of nuclear medicine and their impact on society.
- Discuss the public perception of nuclear science and the regulation of scientific research.
Cost: $90 per class.
Sharing expertise on nuclear forensics
ANSTO has hosted its second IAEA Practical Introduction to Nuclear Forensics Regional Training Course for representatives of member countries from South-East Asia, sharing expertise on the theoretical and practical aspects of nuclear forensics to respond to incidents of nuclear or other radioactive material out of regulatory control.
ANSTO contributes to new understanding of how COVID infects humans
ANSTO’s National Deuteration Facility has provided deuterated cholesterol for international research to gain a better understanding of how the Spike protein of the COVID virus, SARS-Co-V-2, infects human cells through a membrane fusion mechanism.
Nuclear science helps to re-write the history books
After your experiment
Following your experiment at the Australian Synchrotron there are certain tasks that users can complete including a user feedback survey and claiming reimbursement for travel expenses.
Data analysis - XFM beamline
Data analysis on the X-ray fluorescence microscopy beamline at the Australian Synchrotron.
Success for sample environments team
Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering succcess at 2017 awards
Elements in the 21st Century
Do you love science? Here is a competition for you that combines chemistry and creativity! Discover the world of elements and create a poster for your favourite element in this new competition for school aged students.