Nuclear propulsion systems
ANSTO researchers are investigating nuclear propulsion systems for applications on the sea and in space.
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Transistors and NASA's radiation paradox: strength in detection, weakness in space operations
The nature of Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field Effect Transistors (MOSFETs) present a fascinating paradox in space exploration. Their strength in radiation detection becomes their weakness in space operations, exposing an Achilles' heel for NASA. Yet, these same devices monitor radiation doses received by humans on earth and in space.
Success for sample environments team
Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering succcess at 2017 awards
Services - Taipan
Sample environments, Data analysis, SpICE and SICS
Eureka finalist
Two ANSTO scientists were part of a research team led by the University of Wollongong, who are finalists for the 2019 NSW Environment, Energy and Science (DPIE) Eureka Prize for Environmental Research.
STEAM Club for Girls
Offered to girls in Years 5, 6 and 7, the STEAM Club encourages creative exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics through the Arts (the A in STEAM).
Detailed isotopic profile of groundwater in NSW can inform management of this essential resource
With world-class experts in groundwater and major contributions in this area over two decades, ANSTO completed a major project report on Improving groundwater sustainability and renewability using isotope hydrochemistry in NSW for the Department of Planning and Environment (NSW) and National Water Grid earlier in the year.
Aerosol Sampling Program
ANSTO plays a leading role in measuring and characterising fine particles from a range of locations around Australia and internationally.
ANSTO Library
ANSTO Publications Online is a digital repository for publications authored by ANSTO staff and collaborators since 1956.
Yingjie Zhang in the research spotlight
ANSTO Nuclear Fuel Cycle researcher recognised for contributions to crystallography and structural chemistry on actinides and lanthanides.
Glass is a lens to cool nuclear science during National Science Week
Material with molecular trapdoor holds promise for highly selective gas adsorption
An international team led by scientists at City University of Hong Kong has found flexible metal-organic framework (MOF) with one-dimensional channels that acts as a “molecular trapdoor” to selectively adsorb gases, such as carbon dioxide, in response to temperature and pressure changes.
Interactions of nanoplastics
Exploring the interaction of polystyrene nanoplastics and blood plasma proteins.
New study of hydroclimate records reveals how water cycle on Earth responds to temperature increases
Impact of Contaminants
Understanding the impact that contaminants on the environment within the Resources sector is essential to implement successful management strategies.
Deputy Board Chair, Chair Risk and Audit Committee
Mr Andrew Carriline is an experienced senior business executive, commercially astute and highly skilled at operating successfully in regulated environments.
ANSTO scientists and engineers in the spotlight as role models
Young and mid-career ANSTO scientists and engineers have been featured in the latest issue of Careers with STEM that highlights careers in nuclear science.
Nuclear techniques reveal 'stone age': dating kidney stones
New global, first-of-a-kind ANSTO Synroc facility
A new nuclear medicine waste processing facility that showcases ANSTO Synroc technology is under construction.
Study of polar ice confirms carbon-climate feedback
Investigators have verified and quantified the relationship between the Earth’s land biosphere and changes in temperature and provided evidence that temperature impacts the cycling of carbon between land, ocean and the atmosphere.