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$41 million modern laboratory for DSTO

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Assistant Minister for Defence, Stuart Robert (centre) with Brigadier Darren Naumann and Dr Simon Oldfield during the sod turning ceremony at Fishermans Bend.
Assistant Minister for Defence, Stuart Robert (centre) with Brigadier Darren Naumann and Dr Simon Oldfield during the sod turning ceremony at Fishermans Bend.
The Australian Government is investing $41 million to upgrade facilities and research capabilities at DSTO, Fishermans Bend in Melbourne.

DSTO Eureka Prize for 2014 goes to Helicopter Safety System

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Award winner Mr Tim Lyons of Western Australia-based company One Atmosphere.
Award winner Mr Tim Lyons of Western Australia-based company One Atmosphere.
Technology to increase the chances of surviving helicopter accidents at sea has won the 2014 DSTO Eureka Prize.

Australia and Singapore strengthen defence science cooperation

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L-R, Assistant Minister for Defence Stuart Robert, Mr Tan Peng Yam, the Chief Executive of Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency and Chief Defence Scientist, Dr Alex Zelinsky at Parliament House, Canberra.
(L-R) Assistant Minister for Defence Stuart Robert, Mr Tan Peng Yam, the Chief Executive of Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency and Chief Defence Scientist, Dr Alex Zelinsky at Parliament House, Canberra.
The Assistant Minister for Defence has discussed closer cooperation with Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency.

Defence Minister approves First Pass for SEA 1397, Nulka upgrade

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HMAS Darwin conducts a Nulka Active Missile Decoy firing in the Eastern Australian Exercise Area, as part of pre-deployment checks during the ships Mission Readiness Evaluation.
HMAS Darwin conducts a Nulka Active Missile Decoy firing in the Eastern Australian Exercise Area, as part of pre-deployment checks during the ships Mission Readiness Evaluation.
The Minister for Defence has announced First Pass approval to update the Nulka Active Missile Decoy launch capability.

US delegation discusses national security research with Australia

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(L-R) Chief Defence Scientist Dr Alex Zelinsky, Dr Reginald Brothers and Assistant Minister for Defence Stuart Robert.
(L-R) Chief Defence Scientist Dr Alex Zelinsky, Dr Reginald Brothers and Assistant Minister for Defence Stuart Robert.
The Assistant Minister for Defence has hosted a meeting with a US delegation to discuss S&T collaboration in support of national security.

New program to strengthen Defence research

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Chief Defence Scientist Dr Alex Zelinsky speaking at the launch of new the Defence Science Partnerships program.
Chief Defence Scientist Dr Alex Zelinsky speaking at the launch of new the Defence Science Partnerships program.

A new partnership program between Defence and the innovation sector will enhance the impact of Defence science research in Australia.

Defence Minister honours top mathematician

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Dr Ian Doherty.
Dr Ian Doherty, recipient of the 1999 Minister's Achievement Award for Defence Science
Dr Ian Doherty is the winner of the 1999 Minister's Award for Achievement in DSTO.

Achievement award for Defence scientist

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Dr Chris Norwood, new Australian submarines scientist in a DSTO lab.
Dr Chris Norwood in a DSTO lab.
Dr Chris Norwood received a 2000 Minister's Award for Achievement in DSTO for his significant contributions to the management and control of noise and vibration in maritime platforms.

Combat clothing expert wins science award

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Graeme Egglestone (left) inspects a camouflage jacket with a soldier.
Graeme Egglestone (left) inspects a camouflage jacket with a soldier.
Graeme Egglestone received the 2002 Minister's Award for Achievement in Defence Science for developing a range of innovative combat clothing for Australian soldiers.

National Science Award for Electronic Warfare Expert

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Dr Tony Lindsay with Senator Sandy Macdonald and CDS Dr Roger Lough.
Dr Tony Lindsay with Senator Sandy Macdonald and CDS Dr Roger Lough.
Dr Tony Lindsay was awarded for his outstanding achievement in enhancing protection for Australian Defence Force (ADF) aircraft against electronic warfare threats.

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