Discussion paper highlights stark decline in Aust R&D
18 February, 2025The Strategic Examination of R&D discussion paper reveals that local investment in R&D is now only 1.66% of GDP — well below the OECD average of 2.7%.
Publication of new standards for clinical trial data reuse
30 October, 2024The standards aim to facilitate the responsible sharing and use of anonymised individual patient data (IPD) from clinical studies to support the research community.
Sartorius Second Edition High-Throughput Screening by Cytometry Handbook
25 October, 2024The handbook is designed to empower both new and seasoned flow cytometry users who are curious about the capabilities of HTS cytometry.
Qld launches science strategy to support economic growth
30 August, 2024The Future Queensland Science Strategy 2024–2029 is set to put the state on a new trajectory to become a global science powerhouse.
New National Science Statement and priorities released
12 August, 2024The updated science framework will prepare the nation to face future pandemics, adapt to a changing climate and respond to developments in AI and automation.
Govt announces plan to boost medical science manufacturing
22 April, 2024The Australian Government has released the Medical Science Co-investment Plan as part of its mission to deliver a future made in Australia and create more secure, well-paid jobs.
Pass the Australian Research Council Amendment Bill, says STA
24 January, 2024Science & Technology Australia has asked parliament to pass the bill with the inclusion of a handful of small but significant amendments.
New legislation to end political interference in the ARC
30 November, 2023Minister for Education Jason Clare has introduced legislation into parliament to abolish the ministerial veto on Australian Research Council (ARC) grants.
Draft National Science and Research Priorities released
11 September, 2023The federal government would like to hear how well the draft priorities reflect the key challenges and opportunities for Australia.
WA developing a 10-Year Science and Technology Plan
04 September, 2023The plan aims to establish Western Australia as a global hub for leading and inclusive science and tech research, development, commercialisation and deployment.
Govt agrees to all recommendations of ARC Review
01 September, 2023The government has agreed to improve the governance of the Australian Research Council and to strengthen the integrity of decision-making processes.
ARC review welcomed by industry bodies
21 April, 2023The review was announced last year to consider the role and purpose of the Australian Research Council (ARC) within the Australian research system.
National conversation to reset Australia's science vision
24 February, 2023 by Lauren DavisMinister for Industry and Science Ed Husic is encouraging all Australians to get involved in a national conversation to guide the direction of Australia's science priorities.
NHMRC-funded health research now freely available
04 October, 2022Under NHMRC's revised Open Access Policy, all peer-reviewed publications arising from NHMRC-funded research must be made available immediately upon publication.
INTEGRA Biosciences lab safety poster
25 August, 2022INTEGRA Biosciences has produced a lab safety poster detailing the key rules to follow to protect lab personnel, their colleagues, the environment and the general population from exposure to potentially harmful biological agents.
