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Analysing civilian injury data to enhance soldier protection

Studying trauma data from civilian hospital patients is helping Defence scientists improve their understanding of how extreme forces affect the human body.

Chief Defence Scientist outlines bold vision for Defence Science

Chief Defence Scientist, Professor Tanya Monro has outlined her vision for Defence science over the next decade.

DST chemist wins national achievement award

Defence scientist Dr Renée Webster has been awarded a prize for excellence by the National Measurement Institute (NMI) in recognition of her significant contribution to analytical chemistry.

AI experts called on to give Defence decision-making edge

Up to $20,000 is available to budding AI specialists to apply themselves to an AI challenge.

Defence designs face shield in record time

Defence has applied its unique engineering expertise to rapidly design and support the production of face shields to protect healthcare workers.

Defence launches SATCOM research collaboration

Defence scientists are working with colleagues from industry and academia on a high-risk, high-payoff satellite communications (SATCOM) research venture.

Turning up the heat! Putting protective equipment to the test

Imagine a high-powered, long-burning firecracker igniting in your face. That's the risk faced by ground support personnel when called to attend to an aircraft with an unspent flare.

Launch of More Together: Defence Science & Technology Strategy 2030