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Breaking open the science of helmet ballistic protection

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Defence Researcher Dr Ping Tan
Defence Researcher Dr Ping Tan

DST researcher Ping Tan has played a key role in undertaking work that focuses on the ballistic performance of body armour, and recently helmets.

Novel approach to keep hulls free from fouling

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DST is exploring methods of combating biofouling using ultraviolet (UV) light.

Building an Australian medical countermeasures capability

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An audit of Australia's medical countermeasures capabilities will inform efforts to build Australia's preparedness against chemical, biological and radiological threats.

DST continues its support of UAV Challenge

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DST is proud to continue its sponsorship of the UAV Challenge in 2018.

Congress on soldier performance a success

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The 4th International Congress on Soldiers' Physical Performance was held in Melbourne from 28 November - 1 December 2017.

DST scientist receives highest honour from US Secretary of Defense

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DST's Marcus McDonald has been awarded the US Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional Public Service.

Defence scientists from five nations converge on Adelaide

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DST's Dr Lin Zhang demonstrates one of the new technologies being tested during CUE17 to Canadian researcher, Patrick Maupin.

Defence scientists from five nations are working alongside the military in a research activity underway in Adelaide.

50th anniversary of Australia's first satellite

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2017 marks the 50th Anniversary of Australia's first venture into space with the launch from the South Australian desert of our first satellite.

Predicting and diagnosing mental health disorders

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DST research suggests that chemical features in biofluids could be linked to mental health.

Helping pilots know up from down

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DST scientists have been working with a US expert in spatial disorientation to enhance the safety of pilots.

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