DSTG brings together interdisciplinary expertise from across Australia and around the world to address Defence and national security challenges. Our role is to work closely with the Australian science, technology and innovation eco-system to deliver scientific advice and solutions that provide capability enhancement for Defence and the national security community.
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Our People
A ballistic armour expert has been awarded the 2021 Land Forces Young Innovator award.
Our People
Luke Smith has moved from a cadetship into an exciting defence science career at DSTG.
Our Science
Defence's ground-breaking biometrics research is being used to combat serious crimes against children.
Collaboration
The touchdown of the United States' Global Hawk UAV at RAAF Base Edinburgh in 2001 was an exciting achievement in defence S&T.
Collaboration
Australia's medical and biotech sectors are encouraged to contribute to a national capability assessment.
Our Science
Defence scientist Manik Attygalle is devising unique techniques to keep our military platforms safe.
The Morrison Government's strong focus on cyber security has been reinforced in the awarding of up to $3.6 million in grants.
Our People
Dr Melanie Farrier was presented the 2020 Early Career Alumni Award for her significant contribution to the scientific community.
Collaboration
The Morrison Government has announced a $9 million boost to Australia's defence industry.
Our Science
The Next Generation Technologies Fund was established to help shape future Defence capability. Four years in, what's it achieved?
