Tag: R&D

CSIRO chief wants a ‘strategic middle ground’ on research

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
The solution to Australia’s innovation struggles lies in a “strategic middle ground,” between large-scale moonshot missions and spreading limited resources too thin across a multitude of sub-scale programs, according...

Plating up our smarts will take more than just a plan

Posted on   |  by Ryan Winn
The tasty concept of paddock to plate has gained popularity in recent years – with people attracted to the idea of fewer middlemen, simplified supply chains, and faster and...

Most Australian businesses not innovating, data reveals

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
Less than half of Australian businesses are now considered innovation-active, according to new biennial data that reveals a tough economic environment is drying up the funds and skills needed...

WA issues call for $22m hydrogen institute

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
Applications to design the Western Australian government’s new $22 million hydrogen training and research facility for the Pilbara will close next week, rounding out a two-week tender period. The...

ATO moves to quell concerns over RDTI ruling

Posted on   |  by Denham Sadler
The Tax Office will only make a ruling on the eligibility of activities under the research and development tax incentive in “exceptional cases” and will aim to still consult...

Defence-backed computer vision firm eyes export opportunity

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
Sydney-based computer vision startup Visionary Machines is eyeing global expansion, buoyed by “fantastic” support from the Department of Defence and its new approach to smaller tech suppliers. After five...

CSIRO chief scientist moves to UNSW

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
CSIRO chief scientist Bronwyn Fox is stepping down to become the University of New South Wales’ new deputy vice-chancellor for research and enterprise from mid-July. Professor Fox will join...

Australia’s ailing R&D system to go under the microscope

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
A root and branch review of Australia’s research and development system will be commissioned by the Albanese government as part of its generational reforms to the higher education sector...