Super-cool international effort to solve Southern Ocean cloud mysteries

A new international collaboration will open a window on the vast Southern Ocean to better understand how ‘super-cooled’ liquid clouds, unique to the Southern Hemisphere, affect Earth’s climate.

50 years measuring the world’s cleanest air

Australia marks 50 years of monitoring the worlds cleanest air in remote northwest Tasmania at Kennaook / Cape Grim Baseline Air Pollution Station, supporting global efforts to track human-driven changes to the atmosphere.

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Inspiring the Artemis Generation and next wave of STEM talent

The Artemis Generation is about more than the wonder of space exploration – it’s about inspiring future cohorts to consider a career in STEM.

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Five things you need to know from State of the Climate 2024

The latest State of the Climate report shows Australia is continuing to warm, with climate and weather changes happening at an accelerated rate on land and in our oceans.

Ocean floor a 'reservoir' for plastic pollution, world-first study finds

New science has taken a deep dive into plastic waste, providing the first estimate of how much ends up on the sea floor.

Even temporary global warming above 2℃ will affect life in the oceans for centuries

A climate overshoot that creates warmer oceans with lower oxygen levels will reduce the suitable habitat for many marine species long after CO₂ levels have peaked and declined.

CSIRO 3D mapping tech blasts off for International Space Station

The payload has reached astronauts on board and will be fitted onto a NASA robot platform that roams the station.

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We're building the National Energy Analysis Centre to accelerate the energy transformation with a focus on resilience, equity, economic opportunity and innovation.

Five ways we’re helping build the world’s largest radio telescopes

It takes a lot to build a mega-science project across three continents with 16 countries involved. But it helps if you have Australian smarts on your side.

CSIRO survey reveals Australians’ attitudes toward the renewable energy transition

Australians have told us what they think about the renewable energy transition and its roll out, in the most comprehensive survey conducted of Australian attitudes to the transition.

Future robots to stay one step ahead of bushfires

Our researchers are building ground robots to scout ahead of bushfires and help keep fire fighters safe.

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New national framework to strengthen antimicrobial stewardship in animal industries

The Animal Antimicrobial Stewardship Framework is a practical, co‑designed tool to reduce risks associated with antimicrobial resistance across Australia’s animal sectors.

Banded iron formations: oceans, algae and iron oxide

Australia is the world's largest iron ore exporter, and it's all thanks to the hard work of tiny photosynthetic bacteria more than two billion years ago.

National recognition highlights CSIRO’s role in advancing Closing the Gap

The CSIRO Indigenous Science and Engagement Office has been recognised as a national example of how organisations can transform the way they work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. New evaluations also highlight the organisation’s progress in supporting Closing the Gap.

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From the air to the field: how nitrogen fertiliser helps feed the world – and why supply chains matter

Fertiliser doesn’t usually make the headlines – but right now, with geopolitical tensions disrupting global supply chains, it is a key concern. What even is fertiliser, where does it come from and how much do we need to use? Dr Alison Bentley explains.

Artificial Intelligence

Having reshaped virtually every industry, profession and life, artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to have a profound impact on our future. Find out how our world-leading AI capabilities are used to amplify and accelerate our science, open new frontiers and deliver benefits for Australia.

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New national framework to strengthen antimicrobial stewardship in animal industries

The Animal Antimicrobial Stewardship Framework is a practical, co‑designed tool to reduce risks associated with antimicrobial resistance across Australia’s animal sectors.

Hidden impact: measuring the value of our research facilities

We’re trialling a new method with CHORUS to track the impact of our research facilities, which has the potential to transform how scientific contributions are recognised globally.

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Kick-start your research

Funding and support for start-ups and small businesses to get your research project off the ground.

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CSIRO welcomes Sydney Energy Forum guests

CSIRO to help Australian businesses seize energy transition opportunity

Small to medium-sized businesses looking to help solve the energy challenges of tomorrow, are invited to apply for an upcoming tailored program being run by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, aimed at helping businesses build their research and development (R&D) capabilities.

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