Welcome to the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)
 
 

Science Highlights

Iron Ore 2007
This major international conference will bring together people involved in all technical aspects of the iron ore industry, from the host rocks to production and processing.

Dr John Church: chairing the World Climate Research Programme
Dr John Church is Chair of the Joint Scientific Committee of the Geneva-based World Climate Research Programme, a committee that designs and shapes projects to better understand and predict the climate system.

Wool filters for use in air-conditioning systems
CSIRO has developed an electrostatically charged wool filter medium which consumes little energy, is highly efficient and makes breathing easier.
 Cover of the Total Wellbeing Diet Book 2.

National Research Flagships

This A$1 billion plus 'Flagship' initiative is focusing the best of Australia’s scientific resources on the most critical challenges that we face as a nation.

Media Centre

Browse our collection of media releases, audiovisual resources, feature articles and contacts.

Meet our Staff

CSIRO has more than 6 500 staff who are based at 57 sites across Australia and overseas.

Textiles

CSIRO is developing new textiles, applications and processes for manufacturing them.