Health

ANSTO uses its infrastructure, capabilities and expertise to build knowledge and optimise the beneficial impacts of nuclear science on human health; ANSTO produces current and future nuclear medicine; and enables research into prevention and improving the approaches to detection, diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Human health research

Human health researchers at ANSTO use world-class nuclear and isotopic techniques to undertake research and development activities to address some of the most challenging health problems.

Biosciences

The Biosciences group of researchers at ANSTO supports the development and translation of radiopharmaceuticals to improve human health.

Health Strategy

The three key objectives of our strategy will enable ANSTO to contribute to achieving improved health outcomes for all Australians.

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Particle Therapy

ANSTO is supporting the introduction of particle therapy, an advanced form of radiation treatment for difficult-to-treat cancers, in Australia

Neutron capture enhanced particle therapy (NCEPT)

A large team of ANSTO scientists in collaboration with University of Wollongong researchers has developed a new hybrid technique that enhances the effectiveness of a cutting-edge form of radiation therapy for advanced cancer.

Nuclear Medicine

ANSTO manufacture and supply a range of radiopharmaceuticals, radiochemicals, kits and accessories for use in research, industry and the health sector.

Radiation Services

ANSTO has over 35 years' experience in providing radiation safety management with teams offering radiation consultancy, instrument calibration and radiation safety training tailored to our clients' needs.