10 things to know about quantum 

Quantum mechanics is a branch of physics that deals with the behaviour of matter and energy at the smallest scale. It has a profound impact on our everyday lives, so what do you need to know about quantum?

Everything Everywhere All at Once: quantum physics explained

Wondering what's actually going on in Everything Everywhere All at Once? Aside from googly eyes and sausage fingers, the film explores ideas central to quantum physics.

Farina in her lab, surrounded by quantum equipment.

Pathways to quantum careers

Building a career in quantum isn't without its challenges. Here's how these three women found a way.

Towards gender equity: our female scientists over the years

Our researchers have charted the course of gender equity over the past 80 years at Australia's national science agency.

Meet Hanh Duong: Charting a path for women in quantum

Dr Hanh Duong grew up wanting to be a scientist but didn't see many women in quantum. Now she's a role model for others.

Our innovative science behind the headlines

Our innovations, from fast Wi-Fi to predicting bushfires, were once considered impossible. Until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.

Growing a secret harvest of Indigenous knowledge

Indigenous business Secret Harvest was supported by our Kick-Start program to investigate a native plant known for its healing properties.

Could black seed and black seed oil help with health conditions?

Our researchers are investigating whether black seed and black seed oil could help address major health conditions.

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The changing perception of psychedelics

Our science is now supporting the emerging field of psychedelic derived medicine. We’re working with local industry partners like Psylo […]

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Dr Xiaoqing Li: Taking the guess work out of sustainable textiles

Xiaoqing Li is researching new ways to trace the origins of fibres so people can buy sustainable textiles and trust where they've come from.

Virtual reality smells like spleen spirit

Working with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and other researchers, we found that smell significantly enhances sense of presence and feeling of realism in virtual reality.

A photo of different plastic items on a beach.

On a mission to end plastic waste

We’ve taken a pledge to reduce plastic. Our goal is an 80 per cent reduction in plastic waste entering the Australian environment by 2030.