Contributing to National Research Priorities

Many of our areas of research strength align well with the areas designated as National Research Priorities. The University is well positioned to build up additional strength strategically in National Priority areas.

The National Research Priorities

• An environmentally sustainable Australia
  Transforming the way we utilise our land, water, mineral and energy resources through a better understanding of human and environmental systems and the use of new technologies.
• Promoting and maintaining good health
  Promoting good health and well being for all Australians
• Frontier technologies for building and transforming Australian industries
  Stimulating the growth of world-class Australian industries using innovative technologies developed from cutting-edge research.
• Safeguarding Australia
  Safeguarding Australia from terrorism, crime, invasive diseases and pests, strengthening our understanding of Australia's place in the region and the world, and securing our infrastructure, particularly with respect to our digital systems.