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CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.

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Health Technologies

The development of new technologies and smart materials are key to the discovery of novel health and medical products.

Scientists working at physical containment level four (PC4), the highest level available.

The ACBRF provides specialised pathogen containment space to researchers around the globe.

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Developing original devices and supporting medical device and diagnostics industries. Image: iStockphoto.com

Spun carbon nanotube yarn

Supporting the establishment of new business activities in the production and use of carbon nanotube yarns

A scientist looking at some very small molecules.

Our world class capability in the synthesis and design of functional small molecules. Image: iStockphoto.com

CSIRO's research is focused on the following

Australian Animal Health Laboratory

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Australian Animal Health Laboratory

- The Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AAHL) is a front line defence – helping to protect Australia from the threat of exotic and emerging animal diseases. Learn more>

Australian Biotech Growth Partnerships

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Australian Biotech Growth Partnerships

- CSIRO's Australian Biotech Growth Partnerships supports the growth of the biotechnology industry and is currently working with over 50 companies. Learn more>

Australian e-Health Research Centre

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Australian e-Health Research Centre

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Bio21 Collaborative Crystallisation Centre

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Bio21 Collaborative Crystallisation Centre

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Analysis at Point of Sampling (APOS)

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Analysis at Point of Sampling (APOS)

- Developing hand-held sensor systems for in situ detection and analysis of biochemical and biological species. Learn more>

Carbon Nanotube Yarn

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Carbon Nanotube Yarn

- CSIRO research is supporting the development of revolutionary new products and processes in medicine, environmental management and energy. Learn more>

Electrospinning creates ultra-fine fibres

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Electrospinning creates ultra-fine fibres

- Experimental textiles produced by electrospinning are being assessed for medical, industrial and environmental applications.
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Fluid Dynamics

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Fluid Dynamics

- CSIRO's biofluid dynamics team is successfully applying their skills to develop original devices and to support industries involved in medical devices, diagnostics and treatment. Learn more>

RAFT technologies

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RAFT technologies

- RAFT: a process for making better polymers. Learn more>

Working closely with industry partners, CSIRO collaborates on product and technology developments for health and medical related outcomes.

CSIRO draws upon the expertise of chemists, biologists, physicists, engineers and material scientists to address key challenges in health. Our focus is on developing new ‘smart’ technologies which offer platform opportunities where specific parts of the technology can be adapted to many end uses in health and medicine.

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Ms Samantha Carroll

Marketing and Communication Manager

Phone: 61 3 9545 2436

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Email: Sam.Carroll@csiro.au

Explore CSIRO

Community

CSIRO aims to establish and build relationships with members of the community. We welcome people of all ages to come and explore our facilities, holiday programs and public events.

Contact

Phone:

1300 363 400

Email:

enquiries@csiro.au

More contact options

About CSIRO

CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.