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Listing all of 150 research organisations out of 331 total research organisations.
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WH Bryan Mining Geology Research Centre BRC
The BRC identifies and translates the geoscientific data associated with exploration, mining, processing and waste into practical knowledge and insight that improve the performance and sustainability of the mining industry.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Visualisation and Interactive Solutions for Engagement and Research VISER
VISER works with researchers and industry and government partners to develop innovative ways of modelling, visualising and interpreting complex information using technology.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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University of the Sunshine Coast – Sunshine Coast USC
The University of the Sunshine Coast is ranked well above or above world standard in nine key research areas.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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University of the Sunshine Coast – Gympie USC
The University of the Sunshine Coast is ranked well above or above world standard in nine key research areas.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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University of the Sunshine Coast – Fraser Coast USC
The University of the Sunshine Coast is ranked well above or above world standard in nine key research areas.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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University of Southern Queensland – Toowoomba UniSQ
UniSQ is recognised for research in agriculture, regional development, health, materials engineering, astrophysics, space and defence, computational sciences and regional wellbeing.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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University of Southern Queensland – Springfield UniSQ
UniSQ is recognised for research in agriculture, regional development, materials engineering, astrophysics, space and defence, computational sciences and regional wellbeing.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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University of Southern Queensland – Ipswich UniSQ
UniSQ is recognised for research in agriculture, regional development, health, materials engineering, astrophysics, space and defence, computational sciences and regional wellbeing.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Uniquely Australian Foods
Uniquely Australian Foods is transforming the native food and agribusiness sector through scientific, social, economic and legal research on native foods, plants and ingredients.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Tropical Weeds Research Centre
Research at the Tropical Weeds Research Centre is focused on managing tropical environmental and agricultural pests.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Tropical Forests and People Research Centre TFPCC
The TFPCC focuses on smallholder and community-based forestry in tropical and subtropical regions and countries.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Bioplastics and Biocomposites TPRG
The Centre for Bioplastics and Biocomposites undertakes R&D into new bioderived and biodegradable polymer materials and composites.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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The University of Queensland – St Lucia UQ
The University of Queensland is one of the world’s top 50 universities, with globally significant breakthroughs and innovations that include cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil®.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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The University of Queensland – Herston UQ
The University of Queensland is one of the world’s top 50 universities, with globally significant breakthroughs and innovations that include cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil®.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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The University of Queensland – Gatton UQ
The University of Queensland is one of the world’s top 50 universities, with globally significant breakthroughs and innovations that include cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil®.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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The Innovative Launch, Automation, Novel Materials, Communications and Hypersonics program iLAuNCH
The iLAuNCH Trailblazer is building Australia’s enduring space capability through the commercialisation of projects, a fast-track accelerator, and skills development to build the workforce of the future.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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The Chemistry Centre
The Chemistry Centre is the leading centre for the analysis of Queensland soils, plants, sediments and waters to support government and other research projects.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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The Centre for Disaster Studies CDS
We facilitate sustainable community based disaster management through the effective delivery of research outputs and relevant partnerships.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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The Cairns Institute TCI
The Institute is committed to understanding and informing the critical processes of transformation that will shape the future wellbeing of tropical communities and environments.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Network TERN
TERN collects, curates and shares trusted, long-term, nationally consistent ecosystem data that enable research, inform decisions and position Australia as an active partner in global environmental management.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Sustainable Minerals Institute SMI
SMI operates through seven disciplinary research centres, strategic programs and an International Centre in Chile to support the transformation of mining to meet rising mineral demand while addressing environmental, social and governance challenges.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Sustainability Research Centre SRC
The research focus for the Sustainability Research Centre is societal adaptation – more specifically, understanding the social dimensions of environmental change.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Sugar Research Australia Limited SRA
SRA invests in and manages a portfolio of RD&E projects that drive productivity, profitability and sustainability for the Australian sugarcane industry.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Seaweed Research Group
The USC Seaweed Research Group provides world-class ross-disciplinary seaweed research - the largest aquaculture crop in the world.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Samford Ecological Research Facility SERF
SERF provides researchers and students the opportunity to investigate the climate, environment, soil, water, vegetation and wildlife of a peri-urban ecosystem.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Rural Economies Centre of Excellence RECoE
RECoE is a first-of-its-kind rural economic research collaboration comprised of four Queensland Universities
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Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group
The Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group is one of the leading robotics and autonomous systems research groups in the world.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Research Hub for Supercharging Tropical Aquaculture ARCSTA
Enhancing tropical aquaculture through genetic solutions. Focus: breeding, disease resistance, microbiomes. Partnerships for advanced genotyping and training.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Banyo Pilot Plant Precinct
The Banyo Pilot Plant Precinct supports research in energy storage and battery testing, civil and structural engineering, and bioprocessing.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Research Computing Centre RCC
RCC helps University of Queensland researchers across disciplines make the most of the University’s eResearch technologies.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Remote Sensing Sciences RSS
The Remote Sensing Sciences uses satellite imagery, data from airborne platforms and field surveys to map and monitor landscapes in Queensland.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Reef and Rainforest Research Centre RRRC
The RRRC manages and delivers one of the world’s most comprehensive tropical environmental research portfolios.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Redlands Research Facility and Queensland Crop Development Facility QCDF
Research for the horticultural and agricultural sectors of Queensland
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Redden St Research Facility
The Facility provides accredited food testing microbiological laboratories for Far North Queensland, along with rapid testing for manufacturers and processes.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Queensland University of Technology – Kelvin Grove QUT
One of Australia’s top ten universities, QUT has strong links with industry, and an emphasis on innovation and application in its courses and research.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Queensland University of Technology – Gardens Point QUT
One of Australia’s top ten universities, QUT has strong links with industry, and an emphasis on innovation and application in its courses and research.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Queensland Museum Tropics QMT
Queensland Museum Tropics focus is on researching and interpreting the cultural and natural heritage of tropical Queensland.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Queensland Museum is a museum of natural history, cultural heritage, science and human achievement that tells the changing story of Queensland.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Queensland Herbarium
The Queensland Herbarium is the centre for science, research and information on Queensland’s ecosystems and species of plants, fungi, algae and animals.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Queensland Government Hydraulics Laboratory QGHL
The Queensland Government Hydraulics Laboratory provides technical expertise in coastal engineering and monitoring
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Queensland Cyber Infrastructure Foundation Ltd QCIF
QCIF Digital Research participates in and enables research excellence through applied AI; informatics; advanced computing; data and software solutions. Our mission is to accelerate research excellence and societal impact.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Queensland Bioscience Precinct QBP
The Queensland Bioscience Precinct is the largest research facility in Australia dedicated to human, plant and animal biotechnological research and commercialisation.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences QAEHS
QAEHS is multidisciplinary research centre with expertise in environmental health toxicology, microbiology and epidemiology
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation QAAFI
QAAFI aims to significantly improve the sustainability of tropical and sub-tropical agriculture, food research and knowledge leadership, through its high-impact science.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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QUT Centre for Robotics QCR
The QUT Centre for Robotics research is used for agriculture, health, environmental and infrastructure monitoring, defence, manufacturing, mining and construction.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Protein Expression Facility PEF
PEF delivers world-leading research services and innovative solutions for protein production using bacteria, yeast, baculovirus/insect cell and mammalian cell.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Northern Fisheries Centre NFC
The Northern Fisheries Centre undertakes research on sustainable production from tropical wild fisheries estuarine, inshore and offshore reef and mariculture of high-value species.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Nanomaterials Centre Nanomac
The Nanomaterials Centre has built a global reputation for developing innovative nanomaterials that address energy, environment and health challenges.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Moreton Bay Research Station MBRS
The Moreton Bay Research Station is uniquely positioned and easily accessible for field or laboratory-based research, conferences, workshops and educational groups.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Max Planck Queensland Centre
The Max Planck Queensland Centre provides world leading interdisciplinary basic and applied research programs in the understanding of extracellular matrices.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Maroochy Research Facility
Research at the facility focuses on subtropical fruit and nut crops, biotechnology, post-harvest technology, sustainable production systems and agronomy.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Pioneer BioPilot MRBPP
QUT is driving innovation in precision fermentation with the QUT Pioneer BioPilot – a state-of-the-art facility designed to fast-track the development and commercialisation of next-generation bio-based products. The facility is co-located at Racecourse Mill in Mackay’s Pioneer Valley.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Law Futures Centre
The Centre brings together scholars and researchers from law and other disciplines to conduct research into reimagining the future of law, ensuring good governance and integrity
Size: 20–100 research staff
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James Cook University – Cairns JCU
With three tropical campuses spanning two countries, James Cook University (JCU) draws on its tropical locale for its teaching and research focus.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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International WaterCentre IWC
The IWC specialises in building the capacity of water leaders to create water sensitive futures through integrated and whole-of-water cycle thinking.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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International Laboratory for Air Quality and Health ILAQH
ILAQH undertakes interdisciplinary research in the complex field of air quality and its impact on human health.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Integrative Legume Research Group ILRG
The ILRG is an internationally-renowned research network of plant scientists conducting cutting-edge research into predominantly legumes and other plant species.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Institute for Communities and Regional Development ICRD
ICRD partners with communities, governments, industry, and organisations to help regional communities navigate change, harness opportunities, strengthen wellbeing, and build a thriving, resilient, and future-ready regional Australia.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Institute for Molecular Bioscience IMB
The Institute for Molecular Bioscience is a multidisciplinary life scientific research institute committed to improving quality of life through research and translation.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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Institute for Life Sciences and the Environment ILSE
The institute aims to be a global leader in research into agricultural systems and the management of sustainable rural landscapes.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Hidden Vale Research Station HVRS
Hidden Vale Research Station is one of three research stations affiliated with the UQ Faculty of Science.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Heron Island Research Station HIRS
Heron Island Research Station is internationally renowned for coral reef research and student training in marine sciences.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Health and Food Sciences Precinct
The Precinct provides a collaborative environment for scientists to advance biosecurity, healthcare, food nutrition and technology
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Griffith University – Nathan Griffith
Nathan is Griffith’s foundation campus with research strengths ranging from environmental sciences, engineering, IT, archaeology, and corporate sustainability to Asian studies, education, criminology, psychology, social sciences, humanities and biosciences.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Griffith University – Logan Griffith
Griffith University Logan campus is a diverse community with strong local partnerships and industry engagement, and strengths in education, human services, midwifery, nursing, and social work.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Griffith University – Gold Coast Griffith
Located in the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct, Griffith’s Gold Coast campus advances health, biomedical, clinical trials, advanced design, prototyping and translational innovation through industry-connected research facilities.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Griffith Institute for Tourism GIFT
The mission of the Institute is to undertake and disseminate world-leading research in tourism, to effect academic and external impact.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Griffith Climate Action Beacon CAB
Griffith Climate Action Beacon focuses on interdisciplinary research and cross-sectoral practice collaborations as catalysts for climate action.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct
A 200-hectare innovation precinct where health, research, science, technology and industry connect to accelerate discovery, commercialisation and improved health outcomes.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Global Wetlands Project GLOW
The Global Wetlands Project (GLOW) elevates scientific understanding of critical issues facing coastal wetlands and builds online tools to help address these issues.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Gas & Energy Transition Research Centre UQGET
The Gas & Energy Transition Research Centre undertakes independent research to address the complexities and challenges of the energy transition in Australia and the Asia-Pacific.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Forest Research Institute FRI
UniSC’s Forest Research Institute undertakes work in the broad spectrum of forestry research areas that make direct and meaningful contributions to the sustainability of our wooded landscapes.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Forest Industries Research Centre FIRC-UniSC
The Centre is focused on applied collaborative research that improves value and sustainability in the forest industry
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Engage Research Lab
Engage Research Lab integrates technology, psychology, theory and practice to research, design, develop, evaluate and deploy real solutions to meet real community needs.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Ecosciences Precinct ESP
The Ecosciences Precinct is a highly collaborative working environment with researchers dedicated to solving some of the biggest environmental problems in Australia.
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Earth Observation Research Centre EORC
We use remotely sensed Earth observation and field data, algorithms and codes, to measure, map and monitor biophysical properties in terrestrial, atmospheric and aquatic environments.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation Dow Centre
The Dow Centre is focused on discovery and techno-economic assessment of engineering innovations for sustainable production and utilisation of energy, water and materials.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation DETSI
The department develops and coordinates science policy and supports and invests in research. It provides scientific information and advice to inform planning and management.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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Department of Primary Industries DPI
We ensure that Queensland’s primary industries are productive, profitable and sustainable for future generations. We do this by connecting industries, the community and government to grow our economy, protect our primary industries from biosecurity threats and support rural communities.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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Cyclone Testing Station CTS
CTS has unique experience in the performance of buildings in response to cyclones and storms, based on our damage surveys, full scale house tests and product evaluation tests
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Coronial and Public Health Sciences, Pathology Queensland FSS
Part of Pathology Queensland, the Coronial and Public Health Sciences business unit is a comprehensive forensic and public and environmental health facility.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Cooperative Research Centre for Developing Northern Australia CRCNA
The Cooperative Research Centre for Developing Northern Australia (CRCNA) delivers industry-led research collaborations to develop new technologies, products and services for the north.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation CSIRO
CSIRO is one of the world’s most multidisciplinary research organisations with more than 5,000 experts based in 55 centres
Size: 700 plus research staff
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Coastal Marine Ecosystems Research Centre CMERC
CMERC undertakes research that works with coastal industries and communities to support an economically and environmentally sustainable future.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Child Health Research Centre
The Child Health Research Centre brings together researchers from a range of specialist areas to tackle some of the big issues in child health.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre of Excellence for Innovations in Peptide and Protein Science CIPPS
CIPPS undertakes breakthrough research to transform peptide and protein science and unleash the power of nature’s biomolecules for challenges in health, agriculture and industry.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies CoralCoE
The ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies undertakes world-best integrated research for sustainable use and management of coral reefs.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Centre for the Environment
The Centre for the Environment research creates real-world solutions to the most pressing environmental challenges
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for a Waste-Free World
The Centre for a Waste-Free World develop technologies and processes to transform waste into valuable circular commodities.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Water in the Minerals Industry CWiMI
CWiMI researchers are focused on supporting and improving the environmental performance of the mining and mineral industry.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Tropical Water and Aquatic Ecosystem Research – Townsville TropWATER
The Centre is providing global leadership in tropical water and aquatic ecosystem research
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Tropical Water and Aquatic Ecosystem Research – Cairns TropWATER
The Centre is providing global leadership in tropical water and aquatic ecosystem research
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Tropical Environmental and Sustainability Science TESS
TESS undertakes cutting-edge ecological and environmental research in the tropics for the wise management, conservation and sustainable use of tropical ecosystems.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Tropical Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology CTBMT
The Centre for Tropical Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology develops innovative solutions in tropical health, biodiversity and food production.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Sustainable Tropical Fisheries and Aquaculture CSTFA
CSTFA aims to be a global leader in tropical fisheries and aquaculture research, delivering innovative solutions for sustainable food security and ecosystem health.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Sustainable Agricultural Systems CSAS
CSAS conducts research and engagement that enhances the management of agricultural enterprises as complex and embedded systems, maximising production and conservation outcomes.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Solar Biotechnology CSB
The Centre for Solar Biotechnology innovate and commercialise new solar powered technologies based on photosynthetic green algae.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Environmental Responsibility in Mining CMLR
The Centre for Environmental Responsibility in Mining (CERM) is dedicated to addressing the complex environmental and water challenges that arise throughout the mining lifecycle, from mineral discovery through to closure.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis CMM
The Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis (CMM) is an interdisciplinary research, teaching and service centre.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Microbiome Research CMR
The Centre for Microbiome Research explores microbial communities' roles in health, agriculture, and ecosystems, driving innovative solutions and applications.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Materials Science CMS
The Centre for Materials Science is a fundamental scientific engine room for materials innovation, providing materials-based solutions to real-world applications.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Centre for Marine Microbiology and Genetics Research CMMG
The CMMG undertakes research to evaluate the risk to marine organisms and communities posed by climatic change and environmental contamination.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for International Trade and Business in Asia CITBA
Research Projects, Public Outreach, Capacity Building, Australasia, Climate Change, Community Empowerment
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Horticultural Science CHS
CHS delivers improvements to productivity, profitability and sustainability of horticulture industries.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Future Materials CFM
CFM is the leading research centre in Australia in engineered composite materials for aerospace and defence, resilient infrastructure, clean energy and environment and bio-medical technologies.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Data Analytics CDA
With expertise in actuarial science, statistics, economics, finance and informatics, the CDA uses big data analytics to produce research that make valuable economic and social contributions.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Crop Science QAAFI CPS
The Centre delivers research to target improved crops, crop protection systems, and sustainable production systems in tropical and sub-tropical environments
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Crop Health CCH
Research at the Centre for Crop Health provides an enhanced understanding of disease processes in farming systems to support an innovative, sustainable agricultural sector.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Cell Factories and Biopolymers CCFB
The CCFB develops innovative biomanufacturing and biomolecular engineering solutions for global challenges in health and sustainability.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Bioinnovation
At the Centre for Bioinnovation, we use bio-inspired approaches to address challenges in human and animal health, food production and security, and the environment.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science CBCS
The Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science is a leading solution-oriented research group for biodiversity conservation.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Applied Climate Sciences CACS
CACS researches climate, agriculture and water and how these integrate into agricultural production and natural resource models to better manage risk and financial returns.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Animal Science CAS
CAS leads tropical livestock research and development in Australia to improve animal health, welfare and productivity, and pest and disease control.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy CAB
Research to help feed the world sustainably and develop cleaner, greener bioproducts.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Centre for Agricultural Engineering CAE
The Centre develops solutions for a sustainable and profitable rural sector with research focusing on sustainable agriculture, energy use, water resources and food security.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Central Queensland University – Townsville CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Central Queensland University – Rockhampton CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Central Queensland University – Mackay CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Central Queensland University – Gladstone CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Central Queensland University – Cairns CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Central Queensland University – Bundaberg CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Central Queensland University – Brisbane CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Central Analytical Research Facility CARF
CARF had purpose-built scientific laboratories for analysing physical, mechanical, chemical and biological properties of solids, liquids and gases.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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CSIRO Environment Research Unit
Our research is dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities of the environmental sector, now and into the future. From oceans to coasts to land to atmosphere to climate, we aim to deliver solutions that support the resilient and sustainable management of Australia's natural resources
Size: 700 plus research staff
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CSIRO Mineral Resources Business Unit
We are one of the largest minerals research and development groups in the world
Size: 100–200 research staff
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CSIRO Land and Water Business Unit
CSIRO Land and Water brings together interdisciplinary teams that combine biophysical and social sciences to develop solutions for complex environmental challenges.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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CSIRO Health and Biosecurity Business Unit CSIRO H&B
CSIRO's Health and Biosecurity lifts Australia's preparedness and responsiveness to health and biosecurity risks.
Size: 200–300 research staff
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CSIRO Technology Research Unit Data61
The Technology Research Unit brings together expertise across AI, robotics, cybersecurity, quantum and advanced manufacturing to build a more productive, resilient, and globally competitive future.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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CSIRO Agriculture and Food AF
The Agriculture and Food research unit is part Australia's national science organisation CSIRO, one of the largest and most diverse scientific research organisations in the world.
Size: 200–300 research staff
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Bond University
Bond University, a private, not-for-profit university has targeted research areas including business, law, comparative construction, sports science, health sciences and medicine.
Size: 200–300 research staff
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Australian Tropical Science and Innovation Precinct ATSIP
ATSIP is a precinct of complementary organisations dedicated to the research for sustainable management of tropical landscapes and waters
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Australian Tropical Herbarium ATH
The ATH is the premier botanical research centre for northern Australia and surrounds. Our scientists discover species, map vegetation, document plant uses and research evolution.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Australian Rivers Institute ARI
The Australian Rivers Institute is a world leader in catchment-to-coast research and education.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Australian Research Centre of Human Evolution ARCHE
Holistic perspectives on deep pasts, current global challenges, and unfolding futures.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine – Townsville AITHM
AITHM is committed to collaboration to further our tropical health research and translate our findings into real benefits for communities.
Size: 200–300 research staff
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Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine – Cairns AITHM
AITHM is committed to collaboration to further our tropical health research and translate our findings into real benefits for communities.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Australian Institute of Marine Science AIMS
The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is the premiere tropical marine research agency in Australia.
Size: 100–200 research staff
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Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology AIBN
AIBN’s research excels at developing new products, processes and devices for improving society and the world through the innovative use of bioengineering and nanotechnology.
Size: 300–500 research staff
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Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology ACWEB
The Centre is internationally recognised for excellence in innovative water technology and management over the breadth of the urban industrial water cycle.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Australian Centre for Pacific Islands Research ACPIR
ACPIR is a multidisciplinary research centre that undertakes strategic and applied research with core strengths in food systems research, sustainable community livelihoods, human health and nutrition, and climate change adaptation.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Australian Centre for Health Law Research ACHLR
ACHLR research provides the evidence base for the constant reform which allows health law, policy and practice to keep pace with social change.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Australian Centre for Ecogenomics EcoGe
The Australian Centre for Ecogenomics brings together experts in genomics, metagenomics and AI/Machine Learning to explore and understand the microbial world.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Aus-China Centre for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine ACCTERM
ACCTERM is a hub for international research collaboration developing technologies for tissue repair and regeneration using biomaterials, stem cells, and engineering approaches.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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Advance Timber Hub
The ARC Advance Timber Hub aims to develop the resources, enablers, and drivers to advance sustainable timber, as a natural resource, to be the material of choice, for Australia’s built environment.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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ARC Training Centre for Bioplastics and Biocomposites
The Centre for Bioplastics and Biocomposites works to advance the development of bioplastic and biocomposite products for the new bioeconomy.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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ARC Research Hub for Driving Farming Productivity and Disease Prevention
The Hub works to increase farm production and disease prevention by advancing and transferring new artificial intelligence technologies into industrial deployment.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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ARC Centre of Excellence for Plant Success in Nature and Agriculture - UQ
Through an ability to predict and improve plant performance in diverse environments, we enable the sustainable and productive future of plants in nature and agriculture
Size: 100–200 research staff
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ARC Centre of Excellence for Plant Success in Nature and Agriculture - QUT
Through an ability to predict and improve plant performance in diverse environments, we enable the sustainable and productive future of plants in nature and agriculture
Size: 100–200 research staff
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ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures CIEHF
CIEHF looks back 1000 years and forward 100 years, to develop new integrated approaches to Caring for Country.
Size: 20–100 research staff
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ARC Centre of Excellence GETCO2
The ARC Centre of Excellence for Green Electrochemical Transformation of Carbon Dioxide (GETCO2) advances CO2 conversion capacity and technologies to produce fuels and chemicals, enabling decarbonisation and transition to net-zero.
Size: Up to 20 research staff
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