Predicting falls among the elderly, making construction materials more durable, and using artificial intelligence to improve literacy programs in schools are among projects funded by the Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme this year.

The Government has this evening added $1 billion to the nation’s research effort, allowing universities to secure an important and continuing role in national recovery.

A blood test for skin cancer, an early prevention program for people with Huntington’s disease and a web resource for people who, as children, were raised in out-of-home care.

Immediate relief is needed to support Australia’s university research and ensure investment already made in projects and facilities isn’t wasted, Universities Australia has warned in its Pre-Budget Submission to Government.

Universities Australia Chief Executive Catriona Jackson has welcomed the opportunity for the sector to join two high-level working groups which will advise on Australia’s research capability and enhanced engagement between higher education and industry.

Universities Australia has welcomed a new phase of the Australia–India Strategic Research Fund under the new Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

What will the future look like for Australia after the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic?

A new report to the Federal Government provides compelling evidence for strong and sustained support for Australia’s research workforce.