
70 years of scientific excellence has brought significant benefits to Australia
Historic highlights of our research
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From the jaws of a crocodile to powerful synchrotron light
La Trobe researchers discover a mechanism that could help fight fungal infections
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Research to be accelerated with synergistic partnership
MOU with large German research centre Helmholz Zentrum Dresden Rossendorf
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Today Australia is home to one of the world’s safest and most reliable nuclear reactors
Despite being small in scale, today Australia is a complex and sophisticated nuclear nation.
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Join us in celebrating Australia's nuclear expertise developed through ANSTO and learn about our journey to become one of the world's most sophisticated nuclear nations.
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ANSTO Anniversary Timeline
Join us as we look back at 70 years of nuclear expertise and achievements that shaped where ANSTO is today!
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Digital indigenous project map
Explore how ANSTO walks in the footsteps of Australia's first scientists and uses nuclear science and technology to support the great antiquity and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
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Safety at ANSTO
ANSTO operates Work Health and Safety and Environmental Management Systems designed to ensure the safety of its employees, partners and members of the public and to minimise the impact of our activities on the environment.
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