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Feb 2023
Australian Space Agency
New space antenna set to transform Australian satellite communications
The University of Tasmania, in partnership with the Australian Space Agency, has unveiled a new sophisticated communications antenna. This major infrastructure will allow new research and commercial opportunities fo...
Feb 2023
Australian Space Agency
Wearable sock to improve human spaceflight health
The University of Canberra has created a wearable sock to counter the effects of microgravity on the human body. This innovation could reduce risk of injuries for astronauts, athletes and older persons.
Jan 2023
Australian Space Discovery Centre
"Twinkle little star”: Early Space Tracking in Australia
Join us in-centre or online on Saturday, 6th May 2023 at 2pm ACDST
Jan 2023
$44 million in grants to support industry-led research projects
Round 13 of Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) grant funding will support 19 projects across Australia.
Jan 2023
Critical Minerals Office
Critical Minerals Development Program grants now open
Australian businesses and state or territory governments can apply for a co-funded grant of up to $30 million to support early and mid-stage critical minerals projects.
Jan 2023
$15.9 million to strengthen women in STEM careers
The Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship grant program awards $15.9 million in grants to strengthen women in STEM careers.
Jan 2023
Apply now for Australia-India collaborative research grants
Round 15 of the Australia-India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) is now open for projects in priority areas.
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5 October 2022
National Quantum Strategy proposed framework: have your say
Share your feedback on a proposed framework for the National Quantum Strategy. Submissions are welcome until 5 November 2022.
26 September 2022
National Quantum Advisory Committee to strengthen Australia’s quantum industry
The committee will provide expert advice to bolster Australia as a quantum leader.
22 August 2022
2022 update to the List of critical technologies in the national interest: have your say
The 63 technologies identified in the list are current and emerging technologies with the capacity to significantly enhance or pose risk to our national interest.
8 April 2022
Australia’s vision for quantum
Quantum is an emerging technology with the potential to improve our lives and grow Australia’s economy. Watch our quantum introduction video to learn more.
17 November 2021
New investment in Australia’s quantum technology industry
The Australian Government is investing in a Quantum Commercialisation Hub and a National Quantum Strategy to further develop Australia’s quantum technology industry.
20 May 2020
National Measurement Institute
Quantum physicist and Defence scientist take out top awards on World Metrology Day
NMI Prize and Barry Inglis Medal winners announced on World Metrology Day.