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Australia’s north – nirvana for irrigators? (Podcast 26 May 08)

The continuing drought is prompting a re-appraisal of northern Australia’s vast rivers and streams, fed copiously during every rainy season. But is a move to the North, or piping the water south, the answer to our irrigation problems? In this podcast, Dr Cuan Petheram dashes some hopes and dreams. (4.24) ...

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[ Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 +1000 ]

Testing for Alzheimers - with a toothbrush (podcast 23 May 08)

Imagine being able to find out if you’re vulnerable to getting Alzheimers disease in your 20’s or 30’s, in time to take preventative measures against this increasingly prevalent disease. In this podcast, CSIRO’s Dr Phil Thomas explains that simple testing, employing a small toothbrush, has indicated that such early detection is within the realms of possibility (5.21) ...

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[ Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 +1000 ]

How climate change will affect your backyard (Podcast 6 May 08)

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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[ Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 +1000 ]

Bio-Economics 101 - What does it mean? (Podcast 28 Apr 08)

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) ...

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[ Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +1000 ]

One of the roundest balls in the world set to become an international standard (Podcast 21 Apr 08)

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) ...

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[ Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +1000 ]

The secret world of Australia's native rats and mice (Podcast 14 Apr 08)

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) ...

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[ Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +1000 ]

CSIRO technology moves aircraft cargo security into the front line (Podcast 7 Apr 08)

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) ...

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[ Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +1000 ]

ECHIDNA™ on the ground and NASA in space: measuring carbon from our forests (Podcast 20 Mar 08)

Dr Glenn Newnham from CSIRO Forest Biosciences explains how the CSIRO-developed ECHIDNA™ works and why NASA wants it. (4:13) ...

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[ Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Defeating climate change: for Australians, it's personal (Podcast 26 Mar 08)

Dr John Gardner explains how we can make a difference in battling climate change from our living rooms and kitchens. (5:25) ...

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[ Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

A specialist at your beside - via broadband (Podcast 19 Mar 08)

A unique trial of groundbreaking CSIRO technology is taking place at the North West Regional Hospital in Burnie, Tasmania, and it has the potential to help solve Australia’s rural health crisis. (5:38) ...

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[ Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

CSIRO and Malaysia's Petronas combine in energy research (Podcast 27 Feb 08)

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) ...

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[ Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Attacking greenhouse gas emissions – collectively (Podcast 26 Feb 08)

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) ...

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[ Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Cracking down on cyber crime (Podcast 19 Feb 08)

The internet has changed our lives, but its lack of security can make us easy prey for cyber criminals. In this podcast, you’ll discover how a new portable device by the CSIRO allows us to safely use any computer. (4:12) ...

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[ Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

The wind, climate change and the Southern oceans (Podcast 18 Feb 08)

We all know that the oceans are warming, especially in our polar regions. But what role does wind play in raising surface, or deeper, ocean temperatures? A 15 year study of water temperature profiles undertaken by CSIRO, French and US scientists is revealing some surprising answers. (5:46) ...

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[ Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

How can Australia’s moths prevent bushfires in our forests? (Podcast 11 Feb 08)

What is the link between our moths, the Swiss Alps, and a prestigious international science award? The answer lies with the moth and butterflies curator at the Australian National Insect Collection in Canberra, Dr Marianne Horak. ( 5.41) ...

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[ Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Re-think on how to beat a major poultry disease (Podcast 11 Feb 08)

Working at CSIRO’s Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AAHL) in Geelong, Monash University PhD student, Anthony Keyburn, has made a discovery which will change the focus of the worldwide search for a vaccine for the major poultry disease – necrotic enteritis. (3.54 secs) ...

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[ Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

How to turn rubbish into liquid gold (Podcast 4 Feb 2008)

In an Australian first, CSIRO and Monash University scientists have discovered how to produce bio-crude from waste. Find out how in this podcast. (5:55) ...

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[ Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Why human-generated aerosols can affect our weather (Podcast 24 Jan 08)

Discover why the rise of human-generated pollution is forcing a change in ocean circulation in the Southern Hemisphere and in turn affecting our region’s weather systems. (5:30) ...

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[ Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Scientific surprises for Santa (Podcast 21 Dec 07)

Discover how CSIRO's ‘elves‘ have developed a range of technologies for the kitchen and sleigh this Christmas. (5min, 28 sec) ...

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[ Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Fighting off the yellow dwarf (Podcast 14 Dec 07)

Learn how the world’s first’ trigenomic’ chromosome can be used to breed wheat varieties resistant to diseases like Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus and leaf rust. (6min 30sec) ...

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[ Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Climate change: an adaptation plan for agriculture (Podcast 4 Dec 07)

Early action by the agricultural sector in adapting to climate change could have substantial benefits for some industry sectors according to new CSIRO research discussed in this podcast. (6:16) ...

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[ Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Economic impacts of emission reductions (Podcast 3 Dec 07)

A new report indicates that the economic impacts of a 50 per cent reduction in emissions by 2050 are 'manageable' says Dr Steve Hatfield-Dodds in this podcast. (5:05) ...

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[ Mon, 03 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Are bees the new silkworms?

Discover how bees and ants create silk strong enough to make bulletproof vests. (5:00) ...

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[ Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

The inner secrets of gold nuggets (Podcast 14 Nov 07)

Dr Rob Hough and his team looked at gold nuggets from around Australia and found that the nuggets formed deep underground at high temperatures rather than in place, where they were found. (4:51) ...

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[ Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Carbon nanotubes could soon be the latest thing in body armour (Podcast 1 Nov 07)

CSIRO has been granted A$2m to demonstrate whether carbon nanotubes could be made into strong, lightweight body armour. (4:06) ...

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[ Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Breeding bolsters macadamia industry profits (Podcast 29 Oct 07)

CSIRO’s Dr Craig Hardner and Mr Kim Jones from the Australian Macadamia Society discuss the latest promising results to breed better macadamia varieties. (3:59) ...

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[ Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +1100 ]

Land and oceans losing their ability to absorb man-made CO2 (Podcast 23 Oct 07)

CSIRO’s Dr Mike Raupach explains why the Earth is absorbing less carbon dioxide and how it will affect our climate. (6:22) ...

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[ Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +1000 ]

The science behind scanning luggage and finding landmines (Podcast 18 Oct 07)

New South Wales Young Tall Poppy Science Award winner, Dr James Tickner, talks about using radiation for imaging, finding metals and security. (3:52) ...

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[ Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +1000 ]

Australia's latest climate change projections (Podcast 2 Oct 07)

CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology have released a report which provides the most comprehensive look to date at the likely extent of climate change in Australia up until 2070. (6:46) ...

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[ Tue, 02 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +1000 ]

Dietary fibre research taking a new turn (Podcast 30 Sep 07)

Senior CSIRO nutritionist, Dr David Topping explains how the type of fibre we eat can improve our health. (5:36) ...

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[ Sun, 30 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +1000 ]

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