Fact Sheets relating to the Innovation, Industry, Science and Research Portfolio can be viewed by Portfolio Agency, by Topic or by Science and Research Program. Additional information about key programs and services delivered by the Department can be accessed from the Programs and Services page.
Portfolio Agencies
Anglo-Australian Telescope Board (AATB) / Anglo-Australian Observatory (AAO) Fact Sheet
The AATB operates the Anglo-Australian Observatory (AAO), which manages the Anglo-Australian Telescope (AAT), the only world-class optical telescope based in Australia
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) Fact Sheet
AIATSIS is the National Research Institute for Indigenous studies and Indigenous thought.
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) Fact Sheet
AIMS generates and transfers knowledge to support the sustainable use and protection of the tropical marine environment through innovative, world class research.
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) Fact Sheet
As Australia's national nuclear research and development organisation and the centre of Australian nuclear expertise, ANSTO provides the Government with expert scientific and technical advice.
Australian Research Council (ARC) Fact Sheet
The mission of the ARC is to advance Australia’s research excellence to be globally competitive and deliver benefits to the community.
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Fact Sheet
CSIRO carries out scientific research to assist Australian industry and to further the interests of the Australian community; and to contribute to national and international objectives and responsibilities of the Australian Government.
IP Australia Fact Sheet
IP Australia is responsible for granting patent, trade mark, industrial design and plant breeder's rights.
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AusIndustry Fact Sheet
AusIndustry is the Australian Government’s principal business program delivery division in the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research.
Australia's Exports Fact Sheet
Australia's exports are outlined by industry, volumes and values, destinations and economy.
Australian Biotechnology Sector Fact Sheet
The sector comprises a range of companies selling products in Australia and overseas and operating in applications of biotechnology that include health, industrial processing, agriculture and the environment
Australian Industry Participation Fact Sheet
Large firms may be unaware of the capabilities of Australian industry, especially small and medium sized enterprises, resulting in capable Australian companies being overlooked when contracts are awarded for major projects.
Australian Business Number (ABN) Business Names Registration Project Fact Sheet
This project originated as a response to the report, Rethinking Regulation: Report of the Taskforce on Reducing Regulatory Burdens on Business (Banks Report).
Australian Stem Cell Centre (ASCC) Fact Sheet
The Australian Stem Cell Centre (ASCC) is Australia’s Biotechnology Centre of Excellence (BCE) jointly funded by the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Tourism (Innovation) and Australian Research Council (ARC).
Business Expenditure on Research and Development (BERD) Fact Sheet
Facts and figures about Business Expenditure on Research and Development (BERD) and BERD in relation to GDP.
Business.gov.au Fact Sheet
Business.gov.au is the Australian Government's principal business resource, offering simple and convenient access to government information and services for business, in particular for small to medium-sized businesses.
Chief Scientist for Australia Fact Sheet
The role of Chief Scientist was established in 1989 following the recommendations of the then Government’s Science and Technology Statement,Science and Technology for Australia.
Clean Business Australia Fact Sheet
Clean Business Australia will support a range of activities aimed at improving our energy and water efficiency and increasing sustainability, with a focus on productivity and innovation.
Commercialisation Australia Fact Sheet
The Government will establish Commercialisation Australia as a radical new approach to commercialising the best Australian research and ideas (announced as the Commonwealth Commercialisation Institute in the 2009-10 Federal Budget).
Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Program Fact Sheet
CRCs are collaborations between industry, Australian universities and public sector research agencies to develop innovative research concepts into useable products and processes.
Enterprise Connect Network Fact Sheet
The Enterprise Connect network is a central plank of the government’s "Innovation Future for Australian Industry" policy platform.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Fact Sheet
Australia is an attractive destination for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) because of its strong economy, its political stability, its highly productive workforce, its corporate governance standards and its strong links with the Asia Pacific region.
ICT Sector Fact Sheet
Australia has globally recognised ICT skills in eGovernment, eHealth, eSecurity, intelligent transport systems, judicial systems, transaction and financial software and digital content (computer games and movie animation).
Innovation in Australian Business Fact Sheet
Information about Australian businesses and the implementation of an innovation.
Intelligent Island Program Fact Sheet
The Intelligent Island Program was developed in 1999 as a special industry development program as part of the second sale of Telstra.
International Science Engagement Fact Sheet
Effective international engagement plays an important role in contributing to the quality of Australian science and its capacity to deliver benefits to the broader community.
JSF Program and Australian Industry Participation Fact Sheet
The Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) is a next generation defence force combat aircraft and Australia's involvement has been recognised by identifying Australian industry capabilities.
Manufacturing Fact Sheet
Information about the manufacturing industry that is a vital part of the Australian economy.
Minister's Charters for Rights and Obligations of Researchers Fact Sheet
Australia faces a number of major social, economic and environmental issues - the reality of climate change, environmental degradation and technological challenges such as the need to address options for renewable energy to name just a few.
Nanotechnology Fact Sheet
Nanotechnology involves the manipulation of matter at the molecular scale and needs to be developed in a responsible manner that effectively addresses its health, safety and environmental implications.
National Enabling Technologies Strategy (NETS) Fact Sheet
The Government is committing $38.2 million over four years to the National Enabling Technologies Strategy.
National Measurement Institute (NMI) Fact Sheet
The National Measurement Institute is the national centre for measurement, bringing together physical, chemical, biological and legal metrology in order to deliver world class measurement standards and services for Australia.
National Research Priorities (NRP) Fact Sheet
National Research Priorities (NRPs) are designed to focus the Australian Government’s research effort into those areas that can deliver economic, social and environmental benefits to Australia.
Outlook for the Automotive Manufacturing Industry Fact Sheet
The automotive industry is dependent on attracting investment, building up skills, encouraging research and development and ensuring that government programs are effective and efficient. An outline of the Review of the Automotive Industry is included.
Outlook for the TCF Manufacturing Sector Fact Sheet
Products of the textile, clothing and footwear sector includes textiles, clothing, carpet, footwear and technical textiles. The TCF industries are currently under review.
Powering Ideas: An Innovation Agenda for the 21st Century
Australia's Innovation Agenda released on 12 May 2009.
Questacon Fact Sheet
Questacon presents creative, interactive science exhibitions and programs. These programs and exhibitions are made accessible to rural, remote and Indigenous communities.
Review of the National Innovation System Fact Sheet
The Review of the National Innovation System reflects the value the Australian Government places on a strong innovation system and its determination to harness the economic and social benefits of innovation for Australia.
R&D Tax Concession Fact Sheet
Key points and facts and figures about the R&D Tax Concession, its objective being to provide a tax incentive that makes eligible companies more internationally competitive.
R&D Tax Credit Fact Sheet
A new R&D Tax Credit was announced in the 2009-10 Budget that will replace the current R&D Tax Concession. The new R&D Tax Credit will commence from the 2010-11 income year.
Services Sector Fact Sheet
Key points and facts and figures about the Services sector, including its contribution to the Australian economy.
Small Business and Independent Contractors Fact Sheet
Small business forms a vital part of the Australian economy, contributing significantly to the GDP and private sector employment. It is estimated that most independent contractors are employed in the construction industry, particularly in the housing sector.
Small Business Support Line (SBSL) Fact Sheet
The Small Business Support Line provides an initial 'single' point to access information and referral services that assist small businesses. The Small Business Support Line will be able to provide information, assistance or referral on small business issues.
Australian Space Science Program Fact Sheet
The Australian Space Research Program (ASRP) will provide $40 million over four years through competitive grants to support space research, innovation and skills development in areas of national significance.
Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Fact Sheet
The Government has committed to promoting Australia's bid to host the world's largest and most powerful telescope, the $2 billion Square Kilometre Array (SKA).
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Science and research Programs
Australia-India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) Fact Sheet
The AISRF aims to facilitate and support Science and Technology research cooperation between Australia and India.
Australian Postgraduate Awards Scheme (APAS) Fact Sheet
APAs are available to domestic postgraduate students of exceptional research promise who undertake their degree by research at an eligible Australian higher education provider.
Collaborative Research Networks (CRN) Program Fact Sheet
The Australian Government established the Collaborative Research Networks (CRN) program as part of a suite of reforms to higher education and research announced as part of the 2009-10 Budget.
Commercialisation Training Scheme (CTS) Fact Sheet
The objective of the CTS is to provide high quality research commercialisation training for the next generation of Australian researchers.
Education Investment Fund (EIF) Fact Sheet
The role of the EIF is to build a modern, productive, internationally competitive Australian economy by supporting world leading, strategically focused infrastructure investments that will transform Australian tertiary education and research.
Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Initiative Fact Sheet
The Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) initiative is the Australian Government’s new research excellence and evaluation system.
Future Fellowships Fact Sheet
The Future Fellowships scheme is intended to address the uncertain career paths for researchers that cause many highly qualified mid-career researchers to further their careers overseas due to lack of opportunities in Australia.
Higher Education Research Promotion (HERP) Fact Sheet
The Higher Education Research Promotion Program (HERP) provides grants through the Higher Education Support Act (HESA) to foster an understanding of, or promote research and scholarship in, science, social science and the humanities in Australia.
Implementation Assistance Program (IAP) Fact Sheet
The IAP assists eligible higher education providers in meeting the costs of changing the nature and amount of information they collect about researchers and research.
International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) Fact Sheet
The IPRS program enables international students to undertake a postgraduate research qualification in Australia and gain experience with leading Australian researchers.
International Science Linkages (ISL) Program Fact Sheet
The ISL Program supports collaboration between leading Australian and international researchers in order to contribute to Australia’s economic, social and environmental wellbeing.
Joint Research Engagement (JRE) Fact Sheet
The Joint Research Engagement (JRE) provides block grants, on a calendar year basis, to eligible Higher Education Providers (HEPs). To be eligible for funding, HEPs must be listed in sections 16-15 and 16-20 of the Higher Education Support Act 2003.
Mission-Based Compacts for Universities Fact Sheet
The Australian Government is proposing to introduce a new system of mission-based compacts with universities to cover education, research and research training, community outreach, and industry collaboration and innovation-related activities.
National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) Fact Sheet
NCRIS provides funding to develop and fund national research infrastructure projects.
National ICT Australia (NICTA) Fact Sheet
NICTA is a national centre of research excellence funded on behalf of the Australian Government jointly by the Australian Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy (DBCDE).
Research Infrastructure Block Grants (RIBG) Scheme Fact Sheet
The RIBG Scheme provides block grants, on a calendar year basis, to eligible Higher Education Providers (HEPs) to maintain and strengthen Australia’s knowledge base and research capabilities.
Research Training Scheme (RTS) Fact Sheet
The Research Training Scheme (RTS) provides block grants to support research training for domestic students undertaking Doctorate and Masters degrees by research.
Research Workforce Strategy Fact Sheet
The Research Workforce Strategy is being developed in response to issues raised in a number of reviews examining research training and the research workforce.
Science Connections Program (SCOPE) Fact Sheet
SCOPE’s name reflects its objective to establish, with young people in particular, the connection between the study of science in senior secondary school and the career options that become available.
Super Science Initiative Fact Sheet
The Super Science Initiative (SSI) will provide a $1.1 billion boost for critical areas of scientific endeavour, including space science and astronomy, climate change, marine and life sciences, biotechnology and nanotechnology.
Super Science - Future Industries Fact Sheet
$504.0 million will be invested in cutting-edge biotechnology, nanotechnology and information communications technology research infrastructure, laying the groundwork for the high-skill, high-wage jobs of the future.
Super Science - Marine and Climate Fact Sheet
The $387.7 million Super Science Marine and Climate initiative will strengthen Australia's ability to respond to climate change and assist in protecting and understanding our 13 million square kilometres of marine territory.
Super Science - Space and Astronomy Fact Sheet
$160.5 million will be invested to bolster Australia's proud record in space and astronomy research and boost our chance of hosting the world's biggest and most powerful telescope, the Square Kilometre Array (SKA).
Sustainable Research Excellence (SRE) Fact Sheet
The Sustainable Research Excellence in Universities (SREU) provides block grants, on a calendar year basis to eligible Higher Education Providers (HEPs) to ensure that there is a suitable environment in the university sector to conduct innovative research and to train the research essential to a globally competitive Australian innovation system.
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