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Queensland Science making a difference
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Queensland Science is addressing some of the biggest challenges the world faces—the health of our communities, and environments; the quality and quantity of food available; abundant clean energy; and sustainable economies.
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Science for our knowledge-based industries.
Queensland’s Science and Innovation Strategy
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We’re developing a science and innovation strategy to create jobs, boost our regions, attract investment, and solve challenges. Have your say on the Ideas into impact discussion paper. Consultation closes 31 March 2026.
Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy grant recipients
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$53 million in grants for innovative projects and scholarships are awarded under the Quantum and Advanced Technology Strategy.
Queensland Decarbonisation Hub launched
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The Queensland Decarbonisation Hub is a network of industrial, research and policy experts focused on the social, economic and environmental dimensions of decarbonising the state.
Queensland quantum and advanced technologies
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Queensland is at the forefront of quantum and advanced technology research in Australia. The Queensland Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy harnesses Queensland’s expertise in quantum technologies.
Queensland excels in infectious disease research
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The Queensland Infectious Disease Research Capabilities statement presents comprehensive information on how Queensland’s research community excel in infectious disease research.
Strategic Visualisation Tool
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Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
Traditional knowledge and biodiscovery resources
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Resources have been created to support biodiscovery entities and First Nations peoples understand and comply with the traditional knowledge obligation under the Biodiscovery Act 2004.
