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4 Decades of Q using small-angle neutron scattering at OPAL

Sharing groundwater expertise

Teacher Professional Development Courses

Investigating radiation in the air we breathe

Radioactive radon gas is a decay product of uranium and thorium, which are found naturally in rocks, soil and building materials. 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 charging a balloon, which was then hung in an enclosed space, on its level of radioactivity.

Students will:

• Write a hypothesis, graph data, write a conclusion
• Use provided information to answer questions about radioactivity and radon
• Discuss experimental design, accuracy, validity and reliability

Investigating isotopes

Learn about isotopes using real examples and real data, including comprehensive isotopic data of the first twenty chemical elements in the periodic table (hydrogen to calcium). Teachers can use the accompanying worksheet, in sections or in its entirety, to develop student literacy, numeracy, critical and creative thinking and ICT skills. These activities are suitable for students in Years 9 to 12.

Students will:

• learn how the number of neutrons and protons in an isotope affects its nuclear properties
• construct a section of the table of isotopes, using MS Excel
• investigate the properties and uses of different isotopes

Fine particle pollution peaks during bushfires

Role at ANSTO

Dr Jian is involved in the study of accelerator optics and ion beam control, Ione beam interaction with different materials, IBA techniques and applications.

Preventing catastrophic failure in lithium ion batteries

Role at ANSTO

Role at ANSTO

Improved understanding of progression rates in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, and schizophrenia

Call for Proposals

Distinguished Lectures

Radiation Monitoring

Aerosol Sampling Program