Dr Benjamin Preston from CSIRO’s Climate Adaptation Flagship explains that there are practical measures we can take to ameliorate the effects of climate change. (6.15)
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Dr Benjamin Preston from CSIRO’s Climate Adaptation Flagship explains that there are practical measures we can take to ameliorate the effects of climate change. (6.15)
Is Australia ready to enter the world of “bio-economics”, and how many of us will be working in the “bio-factories” of the future? In this podcast, CSIRO General Manager Cameron Begley explains how Australia is perfectly placed to support a shift to resources, based on things we grow. (5:16)
A two year exercise in patience, care and precision measurement has produced a silicon sphere which is in the running to become the world's standard kilogram. In this podcast, CSIRO’s Master Optician, Achim Leistner describes this once in a lifetime search for perfection. (4.09)
Why do some mice build huge mounds of pebbles in the desert? And how did stick nest mice become instant barbecues? In this podcast, CSIRO researcher Dr Fred Ford opens up the wonderful world of Australia’s native mice and rats. (4.42)
Dr Nick Cutmore explains how a new collaboration connecting CSIRO neutron technology with x-rays will be able to tell us exactly what’s beneath our seats next time we fly. (4.52)
Dr John Gardner explains how we can make a difference in battling climate change from our living rooms and kitchens. (5:25)
Dr Glenn Newnham from CSIRO Forest Biosciences explains how the CSIRO-developed ECHIDNA™ works and why NASA wants it. (4:13)
A new agreement signed between CSIRO and Malaysia’s Petronas petroleum company will result in the application of advanced Australian technology to repair pipelines and, eventually, aid the search for cleaner energy. The technology includes nanocomposites, biodegradable polymers and reinforced plastic, small materials which may make a big difference to the environment. (4:06)
What happens when regional industries, including a brewery and a hospital, join forces with the CSIRO to reduce greenhouse gas emissions for an entire district? Find out how in this podcast. (5.33)