Science, technology and innovation

The Australian Government’s vision is for an Australian society engaged in and enriched by science.

We build a strong science system by:

engaging all Australians in science
building our capability and skills
producing new research, knowledge and technologies
ensuring that science improves Australia’s social, economic, health and environmental outcomes.

Pathway to diversity in STEM

The Diversity in STEM Review aims to find ways to improve diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Learn more about the review.

Diversity in STEM Review: draft recommendations

We published draft recommendations to improve diversity in STEM.

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Revitalising Australia's vision for science and research

We're refreshing our national science policy frameworks. Learn more about our work to revitalise our National Science and Research Priorities and National Science Statement.

Australia’s draft National Science and Research Priorities

Have your say on the long-term vision for Australia’s science system. Consultation open until 29 September 2023.

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Building capability and promoting science, technology and research

We lead the coordination of science policy across government portfolios, councils and committees. We support:

International collaboration on science and research
industry investment in innovation and digital technologies
gender equity initiatives
nationwide engagement with the sciences.

Technology

The Australian Government is backing critical and emerging technologies to strengthen Australia's future.

Industry innovation

We are boosting innovation in Australian businesses and building competitive industries.

Science engagement

We engage people nationwide to build awareness and develop capability and skills in science through our Inspiring Australia initiative.

Women and girls in STEM

We are increasing representation of women and girls in STEM.

International collaboration

We support Australian businesses, entrepreneurs and researchers to collaborate with international partners on science and research.

Space and astronomy

We are transforming Australia’s space and astronomy industries.

Science, technology and innovation initiatives and services

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Celebrating science achievements

Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

PM’s Prizes for Science

Australia’s most prestigious awards for outstanding achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation and excellence in science teaching.

Measurement awards

National Measurement Institute

The National Measurement Institute presents annual awards to recognise outstanding achievements in measurement science.

Featured publication

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Critical Technologies Statement

19 May 2023 Department of Industry, Science and Resources

The Critical Technologies Statement outlines how the Australian Government is supporting technologies that can impact our national interest.

Latest news

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Person stands in front of virtual whiteboard and connects dots between digital symbols

Sep 2023

Training available to support Australians setting international critical technology standards

We are supporting Australian technical experts setting international technical standards to shape the design, development and use of critical technologies. Apply to join our first session…

Sep 2023

Australia’s draft National Science and Research Priorities: have your say

Have your say on the long-term vision for Australia’s science system. Consultation open until 29 September 2023.

Illustration showing what Australia’s lunar rover would look like on the Moon.

Sep 2023 Australian Space Agency

Competition to name Australia’s lunar rover

Australians have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to name an Aussie-built rover that will go to the Moon.

Aug 2023

Open address data for better services

Geoscape's Geocoded National Address File (G-NAF) contains the details (including latitude and longitude) of every physical address in Australia. Updated datasets at August 2023 now…

Photo of team in lab standing in front of the oven

Aug 2023 Australian Space Agency

Local manufacturer shows Australian ingenuity with space-ready circuitry

Brisbane-based Crystalaid Manufacture Pty Ltd is attracting international attention by producing high quality printed circuit boards (PCBs) suitable for space environments.