CSIRO
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is Australia's national science agency. It focuses on solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. CSIRO conducts research across various scientific disciplines, applying its findings to inform policy, develop new industries, and evolve existing sectors. The organization is known for significant inventions such as fast WiFi, Aerogard insect repellent, the Hendra virus vaccine, plastic banknotes, and RAFT polymerization. CSIRO also acknowledges the contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to Australian life and engages in indigenous science projects.
- Sector
- Scientific research (federal agency)
- Founded
- 1926
- Headquarters
- Canberra
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we've just finished a big project with CSIRO and the Wiyani Yuthanggani First Nations Gender Justice Institute at the ANU. And we've actually created an inclusive innovation playbook, which is built for the innovation sector.”
I think CSIRO, what Larry Marshall has done there has been fantastic, and the ON program and Main Sequence has helped.”
Mick LiubinskasCEO & Co-Founder, Climate Salad The Mix · Building Big Batteries and a Climate-Pos… · 22:35 ▶ For example, Wi-Fi, an Australian invention out of CSIRO. So much fantastic solar technology.”
Brendan HillVenture Partner, TEN13 The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem - Interview Series · Brendan Hill examines the war on talent… · 10:17 ▶ our very first customer was CSIRO. We had connections at CSIRO, having done my PhD half through CSIRO and half at Newcastle.”
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