Opinion

Opinion: We must future-proof Australia’s high-performance-computing framework
Stuart Strickland, COO of WA based DUG Technology identifies issues within Australia’s High Performance Computing framework.

Bringing science’s workforce forward
Professor Brian Schmidt explores how science changes the world through the efforts of the exceptional people behind it.

The value of university science
Dr Katherine Woodthorpe asserts that university research is never just basic, or just commercialisable: it’s a complex value chain that drives innovation.

Chief Scientist calls for a national conversation to develop a new set of national science priorities
The Australian Government has asked me to development of a draft list of national science priorities.

Energy Innovation Series: Trends and data-driven solutions
Grace Young, Chief of Innovation at Wattwatchers explores technology trends and data-driven solutions that are propelling energy management.

From Australia to Silicon Valley: 6 lessons in the pathway to deep tech venture capital
Building a deep tech innovation ecosystem is challenging — so what might we be able to learn from our neighbours over in Silicon Valley? Luckily the answer is plenty.

Pandemic leaves scientists exposed says science and innovation leader
Dr Katherine Woodthorpe emphasised the value of the long-running CRC program before going on to warn of the threats facing science today.

Opinion: Expediting science expertise
Australian universities have a vital role to play in ensuring that we have sufficient people with the advanced skills needed to run such sophisticated industries.

Connecting knowledge to market
Bridging the gap between science and SMEs provides huge benefits to society, says Sally-Ann Williams of Cicada Innovations.

How AI in health apps can make you fitter
PhD researcher Huong Ly Tong is adding AI to apps to see how fitness tracking can be personalised.

From self-driving cars to better basketball shots
Professor Simon Lucey, co-director at the Australian Institute for Machine Learning in Adelaide, South Australia has seen first hand the benefits of collaboration.

How a late-night phonecall in 2016 triggered ‘incredible progress’ on clean energy
Reflections on the role, from Australia’s former Chief Scientist, Dr Alan Finkel AO as he departs the Office of the Chief Scientist, after five years in the top job.

The next generation needs to know this
Algal biotech startups, the future of math, AI in healthcare and preventing hate speech on social media – find out what you need to know about 2021’s future industries.

Why we work better together
University science works with the CSIRO to build communities around new and groundbreaking areas of research as well as facilitating connections and collaborations with industry.

Building partnerships and networks: September STEM Lighting Lunch
STEM Lightning Lunches are keeping the momentum going with regular online networking sessions for the STEM engagement community.

Deep tech and its billion dollar opportunity for transformational change
While Australia is falling behind when it comes to producing R&D leaders playing on the global stage, the opportunity is there.

University science mobilises in a pandemic: Opinion
Professor John Shine AC FRS PresAA on the proud history of university science helping us to understand, protect against, and prevent many infectious diseases, from influenza to the viruses that cause some cancers.

Opinion: Universities must build better funding models
Universities can avert a funding crisis and save many research projects from closing by adopting more sustainable and profitable alternative revenue structures, two leading wealth managers say.

Celebrating 30 years of CRC success
It’s 30 years since the Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Program was established. During this period, it has boosted productivity, grown the economy and created jobs.

Towards diverse boards: Pathways to directorship
Increased diversity in the boardroom is critical to innovation, says CRC Association CEO Tony Peacock.

Australian University Science Issue 2: Water Futures
Discover the real impact of university science in this issue of Australian University Science: Water Futures.

Australian University Science: Knowledge and impact
Professor Ian Chubb AC explains why Australian University Science delivers the tools and people Australia needs for a better future.

Innovation, perspiration and consultation
Tony Peacock, CEO of the CRC Association, says that planning is a critical phase of innovation and it requires both a human and technical approach.

Science communication in the “alternative facts” era
An interdisciplinary workshop at Macquarie University held in June 2017 aimed to break down misinformation in science communication.