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Expertise in characterising materials for lithium ion batteries

Pioneering work on materials for energy production, such as lithium ion batteries, has made ANSTO a centre of specialist capabilities and expertise.

We used electrostatically-charged balloons to accumulate radon progeny from the air (Getty Images).

Investigating radiation in the air we breathe

Radon is a significant component of background radiation and can accumulate in poorly ventilated indoor environments.

In this data set, we investigated the effect of electrostatically charging a balloon, which was then hung in an enclosed space, on its level of radioactivity.

Students write a hypothesis, graph data, write a conclusion and use provided information to answer questions about radioactivity and radon, experimental design, accuracy, validity and reliability.

'Big Ideas' bring students from across the country to Sydney

Sharing Sydney’s experience with South Australia

Superheroes and super science holiday activities for the kids

Graduate Profile - Joshua Noiney

Fish farming is increasing globally to provide an affordable source of protein and income security for local communities. Joshua's research project aims to optimise production of tilapia to enhance food and nutritional security in PNG.

2000 year global temperature record published

Lake sediments as environmental archives used in compilation of data.

Preventing catastrophic failure in lithium ion batteries

ANSTO experts on radioactivity present at IAEA training course for Pacific Island states

ANSTO experts in the measurement of radioactivity and its impacts on the marine environment presented at an IAEA training course for representatives from Pacific Island countries held in early December.

Small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS )/ Wide angle X-ray scattering (WAXS)

The SAXS / WAXS beamline at the Australian Synchrotron is a highly flexible x-ray scattering facility with purpose-built optics and a very flexible endstation and SAXS camera enable multiple types of experiments.

Using nuclear techniques to track micronutrients applied to wheat crops

Researchers from Murdoch University and associated collaborators are using ANSTO’s unique nuclear capabilities to gain detailed information about how wheat crops take in administered micronutrients to maximise their efficient use.

Creative Kids Voucher can be used for school holiday workshops

Parents can use their NSW Government Creative Kids Voucher to pay for ANSTO's School Holiday workshops.

Feather Map of Australia

Home school group tours (Lucas Heights, Sydney)

Tours can be booked for groups from Monday to Friday, subject to availability. Groups must be at least 12 people. We can cater to a maximum of 32 people, as this is the number we can accommodate in our on-site buses.

When you request a tour, please give us as much information about the age range and learning levels of your participants so we can best accommodate your group. This tour is not intended for children younger than 8 years old.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Cost: $15 each for all tour attendees (parents and children)

Graduate profile - Monica Hibberd & Hamish McDougall

Monica Hibberd and Hamish McDougall are working together on research into greener and more efficient energy and battery technology.

Metal sheet forming machine at the modern metalwork factory.

Producing quality steel products can be 'hard' work

How can you speed up your production pathway to better surface modification?

ANSTO is the new production partner of OncoBeta® GmbH in Australia

Innovative medical device Rhenium-SCT® therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer is now available in Australia

ANSTO team presents at the IAEA’s Train-the-Trainers Regional Training Course for Radiation Protection Officers in Vienna

Staff from ANSTO’s High Reliability team, Prashant Maharaj, Tina Paneras, and Sam Sonter were honoured to present at the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Train-the-Trainers Regional Training Course for Radiation Protection Officers in Vienna, Austria on 16 to 20 January 2023.

CERN High School Teacher Program 2026

Two Australian science teachers will have the chance to participate in a special two-week summer school at the Large Hadron Collider in July 2026.

Gathering international experts to expand the impact of PET imaging

ANSTO expert in molecular imaging contributed to international workshop.

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