CSIRO, Australia ’s national science agency celebrates its 80 th Anniversary in 2006. For generations Australia ’s growth and development has hinged upon science and innovation with CSIRO at the cutting edge.

Historically CSIRO has:

• Produced polymer banknotes
• Controlled pest species such as prickly pear and rabbits
• Helped design the first influenza drug
• Developed atomic absorption spectroscopy
• Transmitted images of man’s first moon walk
• Built Australia ’s first programmable digital computer
• Produced the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet.

CSIRO continues to meet today’s challenges by providing innovative solutions, including:

• Creating new medical diagnostic tools
• Improving food standards
• Developing new metal processing techniques
• Researching clean affordable energy options
• Designing systems to better predict ocean conditions
• Combating dryland salinity

Australia is founding its future on science and innovation. Its national science agency, CSIRO, is a powerhouse of ides, technologies and skills for building prosperity, growth, health and sustainability. SCIRO serves governments, industries, business and communities across the nation.