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#Materials

Elast-Eon™ biocompatible polyurethane

Synthetic polymers are employed in the fabrication of medical implants and devices used in replacing biological tissues or to improve […]

Microscopic view of fibre made from carbon nanotubes.

Spinning Carbon Nanotubes (2005)

Old meets new as the ancient technique of spinning is used to produce a very modern material, a carbon nanotube yarn.

Singapore Airlines Boeing 747 taking off from Sydney Airport

Lighter Aeroplanes (2002)

A new material is eliminating the need for metal fasteners in planes, making them lighter and more economical.

Dr Tony Miller looks through lens.

Change of view (2001)

New progressive multifocal spectacle lenses can correct near and distance vision problems.

Samples of Zirconia ceramics.

Visions for the future – Advanced Ceramics (1994)

CSIRO is a world leader in ceramics research.

Researcher in laboratory

Applying Organic Chemistry (1987)

For 50 years, CSIRO has been engaged in research into organic chemistry. Over that period, the Division of Applied Organic Chemistry has accumulated a vast store of information and understanding in this field.

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