It seems like everyone is aware that something interesting is going on at Gilmour Space Technologies’ manufacturing facility on the Gold Coast, but until you actually see it, it’s...
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Australia is at the start of a new paradigm in research translation, with a “structural change” needed in how academic success is measured, according to the nation’s Chief Scientist...
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The significance of funding basic research was contested between panelists in an at times fiery discussion at The Innovation Papers event on Thursday that focused on the best...
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A deputy secretary from Treasury who played a central role in the the landmark Asia Century Whitepaper during the Gillard Government Meghan Quinn is the new secretary to the...
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Australia needs its own sovereign primes in the space sector to boost the nation’s manufacturing capability and build resilience into the local economy, Gilmour Space Technologies chief executive Adam...
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As a result of the massive fiscal stimulus applied during the Covid-19 crisis, together with close to net zero immigration, Australia has effectively achieved full employment for the first...
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Quantum computing trailblazer Professor Michelle Simmons has backed the new Labor government’s push to ensure IP-generating research is retained in Australia, saying local high-end manufacturing is the future of...
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New independent Senator David Pocock wants to use his balance of power to be a “peace broker” in the Senate and advocate for Canberra and push for a smart...
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It’s time to ditch the catch-all term “artificial intelligence” and move away from efforts to simplify and “neaten” regulation in the space, ANU School of Cybernetics Associate Professor Ellen...
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has launched a Defence Strategic Review to examine investment priorities to ensure sufficient capabilities are maintained, among other priorities. According to the terms of reference...
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The Australian Stock Exchange’s blockchain replacement for clearing system CHESS has been delayed again – for the fifth time – as the multinational tech consultants Accenture is brought in...
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An annual survey launched as part of National Science Week has found that Australians have retained a strong trust in science and scientists. The report by American conglomerate 3M...
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Australian Government chief scientist Dr Cathy Foley and chief Defence scientist Professor Tanya Monro have joined the Innovation Papers program for a special lunchtime discussion about science, industry...
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says skilled migration would be an important short-term fix for chronic tech skills shortages, but ultimately it would be smart education and training policy that...