DSTG has representatives embedded in the White Paper team to contribute science & technology input to the paper, as well as to the Force Structure Review.
Advice to government
![A DSTG scientist providing advice to the Assistant Minister for Defence, Mr Stuart Robert.](https://www.dst.defence.gov.au/sites/default/files/roles/heroes/advice-to-govt-400x300.png)
DSTG informs Defence and national security policy and strategy by being a valued adviser that provides evidence-based, expert and impartial advice that utilises the organisation's analysis skills, deep scientific capabilities and domain knowledge.
The Australian Government and Defence must make evidence-based policy decisions. Australia has a need for a trusted organisation with the requisite knowledge to provide this advice.
We have a deep understanding of current and emerging technologies relevant to defence and national security, significant analytical capability, unique access to domain knowledge and a highly developed ability to synthesise information.
Related research projects
View all projects![A demonstration of test used to determine Physical Employment Standards A photograph of a female soldier on a treadmill with a DSTG scientist alongside.](https://www.dst.defence.gov.au/sites/default/files/styles/general_thumb_180x140/public/research_activities/Physical-employment-standards-demo.jpg?itok=ajn7gseX)
DSTG is developing performance standards that help assess an individual's ability to perform given roles.