Podcasting is a way of automatically receiving audio and video files. These files can be saved on your PC, laptop or portable device (such as an mp3 player) and played when and where you want.
How do I receive podcasts?
To receive podcasts you need to install podcast software on your computer. This software will check for new programs when you connect to the Internet.
There are many podcast software packages available on the Internet, usually free of charge. Commonly used packages can be found at Podcastingnews.com. The major ones include:
iTunes
Doppler
Juice.
Please note: CSIRO does not recommend any particular package, and suggests that you read the product information carefully before downloading to your computer. CSIRO is not responsible for the content of external websites.
2009 Brodie-Hall Memorial Address
The CSIRO Alumni proudly hosts an annual memorial address in honour of the late Sir Lawrence Brodie-Hall, delivered by a guest speaker on a poignant and timely topic. The 2009 Brodie-Hall Address, 'MIND MATTER: the science behind the early detection and monitoring of Alzheimer's disease', was given by Professor Richard Head, Director CSIRO Preventative Health National Research Flagship in October 2009. Prof. Head presented on what is currently known about Alzheimer's disease, the consequences the disease will have for Australiain in the future and the approach CSIRO and our research collaborators are taking and the advancements we have made in understanding the disease and the challenges ahead. Click Here to watch a video presentation. The powerpoint presentation will run simultaneously with the audio.
Jim Cullen, President CSIRO Alumni speaks to Monday Mail
Jim Cullen, President CSIRO Alumni, was interviewed for the CSIRO internal newsletter, Monday Mail in July 2009. Jim discussed reaching our 3,000 member milestone and his vision for the Alumni. Watch the video.
The 2008 Brodie-Hall Memorial Address, 'Mining the Sky with the SKA', was given by Dr Brian Boyle of the Australia Telescope National Facility in October 2008. Dr Boyle presented on the Square Kilometre Array, an international collaborative project to build the world's largest radio telescope. Click Here to listen to the audio presentation.
In November 2008 the CSIRO Alumni held the inaugural Bob Johannes Lecture, a presentation on a topic of scientific interest relevant to the general community. This lecture is to be held annually in honour of the late scientist Bob Johannes. This year's lecture was titled 'Climate Change and Tasmania: Our Place in the Global Solution', and was delivered by speakers Greg Johannes and Dr Graeme Pearman.
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2009 Brodie-Hall Memorial Address
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