DST's underwater explosives test facility is a unique capability in the southern hemisphere and has wide ranging potential for both surface and subsurface research and development of maritime platforms.
Fact sheets
Our handy fact sheets give an overview of important aspects of our research and facilities.
Fact Sheets
This research is developing a novel tool to objectively evaluate and monitor how brain chemistry changes under traumatic stress.
DST is interested in hearing from potential partners with world class expertise and creative concepts for delivering a data-driven performance advantage to the ADF's warfighters.
DST in collaboration with the US Air Force Research Laboratory has developed a new paradigm for mission-based propulsion system design.
The use of integrated live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) systems for training is expected to provide a range of benefits to the Australian Defence Force, including reduced costs, increased safety and enhanced training outcomes.
DST is undertaking research and experimentation in quantum technologies to provide much improved capabilities in timing, sensing and measurements, and imaging.
In collaboration with industry and academia, DST has developed a high-energy, gut-friendly snack bar for ADF personnel.
DST is undertaking research aimed at reducing risk and increasing capability of ADF helicopter operations in challenging environments.
DST is investigating how to utilse the power and speed of machine-based cognition to better defence Australia and its interests.
DST's Research Services Division delivers a range of services that enable science and technology research across the organisation.