Queensland science capability directory
The Queensland science capability directory provides information on the State’s research centres, institutes, facilities, research hospitals, precincts, laboratories and other research organisations across Queensland.
Listing all of 113 centres out of 289 total centres.
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Wesley Medical Research - Wesley Hospital WMR
WMR is focused on applied medical research which show results and improves patient care and their quality of life within 5 years after the initiation of the research project.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Wesley Medical Research - St Stephen's Hospital WMR
WMR is focused on applied medical research which show results and improves patient care and their quality of life within 5 years after the initiation of the research project.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Wesley Medical Research - St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital WMR
WMR is focused on applied medical research which show results and improves patient care and their quality of life within 5 years after the initiation of the research project.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Wesley Medical Research - Buderim Private Hospital WMR
WMR is focused on applied medical research which show results and improves patient care and their quality of life within 5 years after the initiation of the research project.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences SCMB
The School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences is a diverse and powerful research grouping with unique expertise in the chemical and molecular life sciences.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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University of the Sunshine Coast - Sunshine Coast USC
The University of the Sunshine Coast is ranked well above or above world standard in nine key research areas.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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University of the Sunshine Coast - Gympie USC
The University of the Sunshine Coast is ranked well above or above world standard in nine key research areas.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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University of the Sunshine Coast - Fraser Coast USC
The University of the Sunshine Coast is ranked well above or above world standard in nine key research areas.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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University of Southern Queensland - Toowoomba USQ
USQ is recognised for research in agriculture, regional development, materials engineering, astrophysics, computational sciences and regional wellbeing.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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University of Southern Queensland - Springfield USQ
USQ is recognised for research in agriculture, regional development, materials engineering, astrophysics, computational sciences and regional wellbeing.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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University of Southern Queensland - Ipswich USQ
USQ is recognised for research in agriculture, regional development, materials engineering, astrophysics, computational sciences and regional wellbeing.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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Tropical Weeds Research Centre
Research at the Tropical Weeds Research Centre is focused on managing tropical environmental and agricultural pests.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Translational Research Institute TRI
TRI is a leading Australian innovative medical research, development and translation facility working with clinicians and industry to prevent, diagnose and treat human disease.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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The University of Queensland - St Lucia UQ
The University of Queensland is one of the world’s top 50 universities, with globally significant breakthroughs and innovations that include cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil®.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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The University of Queensland - Herston UQ
The University of Queensland is one of the world’s top 50 universities, with globally significant breakthroughs and innovations that include cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil®.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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The University of Queensland - Gatton UQ
The University of Queensland is one of the world’s top 50 universities, with globally significant breakthroughs and innovations that include cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil®.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Sustainable Minerals Institute SMI
A unique collective of six inter-disciplinary research centres and Centre of Excellence developing and applying sustainable development principles to the resources industry.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Research Computing Centre RCC
RCC helps University of Queensland researchers across disciplines make the most of the University’s eResearch technologies.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Redlands and Queensland Crop Development Facility
Research for nursery, cut flower, parks and gardens, landscape and turf industries of Queensland
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Queensland University of Technology - Kelvin Grove QUT
One of Australia’s top ten universities, QUT has strong links with industry, and an emphasis on innovation and application in its courses and research.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Queensland University of Technology - Gardens Point QUT
One of Australia’s top ten universities, QUT has strong links with industry, and an emphasis on innovation and application in its courses and research.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Queensland Herbarium
The Queensland Herbarium is the centre for science, research and information on Queensland’s ecosystems and species of plants, fungi, algae and animals.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Eye Institute QEI
The Queensland Eye Institute is one of the finest centres for eye health, medical research, education and clinical care in the world.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Cyber Infrastructure Foundation - USQ QCIF
QCIF supports research excellence in advanced informatics, high-performance computing, large-scale data management for regional, national and international collaboration.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Cyber Infrastructure Foundation - UQ QCIF
QCIF supports research excellence in advanced informatics, high-performance computing, large-scale data management for regional, national and international collaboration.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Cyber Infrastructure Foundation - QUT QCIF
QCIF supports research excellence in advanced informatics, high-performance computing, large-scale data management for regional, national and international collaboration.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Cyber Infrastructure Foundation - JCU QCIF
QCIF supports research excellence in advanced informatics, high-performance computing, large-scale data management for regional, national and international collaboration.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Cyber Infrastructure Foundation - GU QCIF
QCIF supports research excellence in advanced informatics, high-performance computing, large-scale data management for regional, national and international collaboration.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Cyber Infrastructure Foundation - CQU QCIF
QCIF supports research excellence in advanced informatics, high-performance computing, large-scale data management for regional, national and international collaboration.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Queensland Centre for Advanced Technologies QCAT
QCAT is the largest integrated research and development precinct for the resources and associated advanced technology industries in Australia.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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Queensland Bioscience Precinct QBP
The Queensland Bioscience Precinct is the largest research facility in Australia dedicated to human, plant and animal biotechnological research and commercialisation.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Queensland Animal Science Precinct QASP
The Queensland Animal Science Precinct is a unique world-class research facility that accommodates training, teaching, validation and commercialisation of animal research.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation QAAFI
QAAFI significantly improves the competitiveness and sustainability of tropical and sub-tropical food, fibre and agribusiness sectors through its high-impact science.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute QIMR
With a focus on the future of health, QIMR Berghofer is one of Australia’s largest medical research institutes
Centre size: 500-700 research staff
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Protein Expression Facility PEF
PEF delivers world-leading research services and innovative solutions for protein production using bacteria, yeast, baculovirus/insect cell and mammalian cell.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Princess Alexandra Hospital PAH
The PAH is a major tertiary health care centre and one of Australia’s leading academic and research health centres
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence PACE
The Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE) is the leading facility for pharmaceutical research, education and commercialisation in Australia.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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National Centre for Timber Durability and Design Life
A global leader in timber durability and design life research
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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National Biologics Facility - Queensland Node NBF
National Biologics Facility Queensland Node uses mammalian cell expression technology to produces high-quality recombinant proteins in pre-clinical or clinical quantities
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Menzies Health Institute Queensland MHIQ
Menzies Health Institute Queensland is committed to translatable, interdisciplinary research that will achieve measurable improvements in health and wellbeing.
Centre size: 500-700 research staff
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Maroochy Research Facility
Research at the facility focuses on subtropical fruit and nut crops, biotechnology, post-harvest technology, sustainable production systems and agronomy.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Mackay Renewable Biocommodities Pilot Plant MRBPP
The MRBPP develops and demonstrates technologies that convert biomass into biofuels, green chemicals and other bioproducts for industry and research partners.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Life Sciences Queensland Ltd LSQ
LSQ is an industry-led organisation which promotes and supports all segments of the Queensland life sciences industry.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Jamieson Trauma Institute JTI
The goal of the Jamieson Trauma Institute is to revolutionise and advance trauma care through a unique collaboration of service partners and the integration of trauma services.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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James Cook University - Townsville JCU
With three tropical campuses spanning two countries, James Cook University (JCU) draws on its tropical locale for its teaching and research focus.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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James Cook University - Cairns JCU
With three tropical campuses spanning two countries, James Cook University (JCU) draws on its tropical locale for its teaching and research focus.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation IHBI
IHBI uses the latest technology and brings together the world’s best minds to conduct research into ways of improving health and wellbeing.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Institute for Molecular Bioscience IMB
The Institute for Molecular Bioscience is a multidisciplinary life scientific research institute committed to improving quality of life through research and translation.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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Institute for Integrated and Intelligent Systems IIIS
The Institute conducts fundamental research in ICT and applied research across health informatics, bioinformatics and environmental informatics.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Institute for Glycomics
The expertise of the institute in glycomics, and multidisciplinary approach to drug and vaccine discovery research, make it one of only a few of its kind in the world.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Institute for Future Farming Systems - Rockhampton IFFS
The Institute for Future Farming Systems is CQUniversity’s agricultural research flagship, with a focus on precision systems and technologies for horticulture and beef cattle.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Institute for Future Farming Systems - Bundaberg IFFS
The Institute for Future Farming Systems is CQUniversity’s agricultural research flagship, with a focus on precision systems and technologies for horticulture and beef cattle.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Institute for Future Environments IFE
The IFE is a transdisciplinary research institute that studies how to make our natural, built and virtual environments more sustainable, secure and resilient.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Inflammation and Healing Research Cluster INFLAME
The Cluster delivers multidisciplinary biomedical research of disease processes, molecular epidemiology, the discovery and development of new therapeutics.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Herston Imaging Research Facility HIRF
HIRF is one of only a handful of imaging research facilities in Australia and the first to be devoted entirely to clinical research.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Health and Food Sciences Precinct
The Precinct provides a collaborative environment for scientists to advance biosecurity, healthcare, food nutrition and technology
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Griffith University - Nathan GU
Griffith University’s research strengths range from the physical and natural sciences, engineering, IT, health and medicine to creative arts, social sciences and humanities
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Griffith University - Gold Coast GU
Griffith University’s research strengths range from the physical and natural sciences, engineering, IT, health and medicine to creative arts, social sciences and humanities
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct
The Precinct is a 200-hectare modern, multi-disciplinary research complex delivering next-generation medicine, advanced manufacturing, and innovation in preventative health care.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Genomics Research Centre GRC
GRC is researching the genetic basis of disease through the use of its unique population resources and the application of genetic studies to common, complex human disorders.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Genomics Clinical Trials Centre GCT
The GCT multi-disciplinary team conducts new treatment clinical trials in accordance with scientific and regulatory requirements and ethical standards for research.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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GeneCology Research Centre GeneCology
The Centre for Genetics, Ecology and Physiology, (Genecology), fosters high quality collegial research to create scientific, economic and environmental benefits to society.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Forest Industries Research Centre FIRC-USC
The Centre is focused on applied collaborative research that improves value and sustainability in the forest industry
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Ecosciences Precinct ESP
The Ecosciences Precinct is a highly collaborative working environment with researchers dedicated to solving some of the biggest environmental problems in Australia.
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Ecology Centre
The Ecology Centre represents the most productive association of ecological researchers in Australia and is ranked fifth in the world.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation Dow Centre
The Dow Centre is focused on discovery and techno-economic assessment of engineering innovations for sustainable production and utilisation of energy, water and materials.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Diamantina Institute UQDI
The Diamantina Institute is a modern research facility, where clinical and basic science converges in the translational research of cancer, immunology and genomic medicine.
Centre size: 200-300 research staff
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Department of Agriculture and Fisheries DAF
DAF undertakes, supports and collaborates in a diverse suite of research programs to support sustainable and innovative agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors in Queensland.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Compounds Australia
Compounds Australia is the only dedicated compound management facility in the country.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Community for Open Antimicrobial Drug Discovery CO-ADD
CO-ADD screens compounds for antimicrobial activity to help researchers worldwide to find new, diverse compounds to combat drug-resistant infections.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation CSIRO
CSIRO is one of the world’s most multidisciplinary research organisations with more than 5,000 experts based in 55 centres
Centre size: 700 plus research staff
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Clinical Trials Centre CTC
A purpose-built facility offering clinical trials services to national and international pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers and other clients.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Clem Jones Research Centre for Regenerative Medicine CJRCRM
The Centre supports studies in the broader field of regenerative medicine and stem cell biology.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Sustainable Tropical Fisheries and Aquaculture CSTFA
CSTFA aims to provide knowledge that will underpin aquatic food security for Australia, the tropics and globally.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Sustainable Agricultural Systems CSAS
CSAS conducts research and engagement that enhances the management of agricultural enterprises as complex and embedded systems, maximising production and conservation outcomes.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Organic Photonics and Electronics COPE
COPE is an interdisciplinary physics and chemistry centre specialising in synthesis, materials and device characterisation
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Nutrition and Food Science CNAFS
CNAFS delivers enhanced health outcomes and economic benefits by undertaking fundamental and applied research across the nutrition and food sciences.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Molecular Therapeutics CMT
The Centre provides an innovative approach to characterisation of novel compounds derived from tropical plants and animals, to develop new therapeutics.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis CMM
The CMM is an interdisciplinary research, teaching and service centre which provides access to cutting edge electron and X-ray microscopy and microanalysis.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Macroalgal Resources and Biotechnology MACRO
Research and development to commercialise macroalgae for fuel, aquaculture, bioremediation, feed and fertiliser applications.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Kidney Disease Research CHSR
The Centre is one of Australia's leading kidney disease research centres with an international reputation for excellence in research.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Integrative Legume Research CILR
The Centre is an internationally-renowned research network of plant scientists conducting cutting-edge research into predominantly legumes and other plant species.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Integrated Preclinical Drug Development CIPDD
CIPDD researchers have extensive experience in establishing, refining and characterising rodent pain models using a range of in vivo methods and in vitro techniques
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Immunotherapy and Vaccine Development QIMR-CIVD
The Centre for Immunotherapy and Vaccine Development enhances the efficacy of existing vaccines, and formulates new vaccines focusing on human diseases and malignancies.
Centre size: 200-300 research staff
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Centre for Horticultural Science CHS
CHS delivers improvements to productivity, profitability and sustainability of horticulture industries.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for High Performance Polymers CHPP
The Centre for High Performance Polymers undertakes R&D into new polymer materials and composites.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Crop Science QAAFI CPS
The Centre delivers research to target improved crops, crop protection systems, and sustainable production systems in tropical and sub-tropical environments
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Comprehensive Biomedical Imaging ACRF-CCBI
The Centre has state of the art equipment for viewing and capturing cell images, from individual components through to their organisation and function in fixed or living tissue.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Clean Environment and Energy CCEE
The Centre focuses on the development of enabling technological solutions for environmental assessment and remediation, and on new sources of renewable energy.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Biophotonics and Laser Science CBLS
CBLS develops new biotechnology, medical and engineering applications in laser technology
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Animal Science CAS
CAS leads tropical livestock research and development in Australia to improve animal health, welfare and productivity, and pest and disease control.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy CABEN
Research to help feed the world sustainably and develop cleaner, greener bioproducts.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Advanced Imaging CAI
The CAI is the leading imaging research facility in Australia with instruments for and expertise in preclinical and clinical MRI, PET, NMR and EPR and radiochemistry.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Central Queensland University - Townsville CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Central Queensland University - Rockhampton CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Central Queensland University - Mackay CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Central Queensland University - Gladstone CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Central Queensland University - Cairns CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Central Queensland University - Bundaberg CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Central Queensland University - Brisbane CQUniversity
With more than 35,000 students across 24 campuses and locations, Central Queensland University is Australia’s largest regional university.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Bribie Island Research Centre BIRC
The centre is a world-class facility for tropical and sub-tropical aquaculture and fisheries research, with laboratory, tank and pond facilities and access to oceanic water.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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BioBank BB
The BioBank is the largest bio-resource in Queensland providing high quality human tissue samples, blood and data for bio-medical research.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Banyo Pilot Plant
The plant provides specialist research testing for mechanical and civil engineering, electrical engineering, water treatment, geology and ecology, and materials characterisation.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine - Townsville AITHM
AITHM is committed to collaboration to further our tropical health research and translate our findings into real benefits for communities.
Centre size: 200-300 research staff
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Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine - Cairns AITHM
AITHM is committed to collaboration to further our tropical health research and translate our findings into real benefits for communities.
Centre size: 200-300 research staff
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Australian Institute of Marine Science AIMS
The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is the premiere tropical marine research agency in Australia.
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology AIBN
AIBN’s research excels at developing new products, processes and devices for improving society and the world through the innovative use of bioengineering and nanotechnology.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre AID
AID utilises leading technologies to identify, understand and prevent infectious disease.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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Australian Defence Force Malaria and Infectious Disease Institute ADFMIDI
The ADFMIDI is a world-recognised centre for malaria research and other vector borne diseases
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Aus-China Centre for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine ACCTERM
ACCTERM is a hub for international research collaboration developing technologies for tissue repair and regeneration using biomaterials, stem cells, and engineering approaches.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Agriculture and Food Business Unit AF
The Agriculture and Food Business Unit is part Australia's national science organisation - one of the largest and most diverse scientific research organisations in the world.
Centre size: 200-300 research staff
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Advanced Water Management Centre AWMC
The Centre is internationally recognised for excellence in innovative water technology and management over the breadth of the urban industrial water cycle.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Advanced Design and Prototyping Technologies Institute ADAPT
ADaPT brings together multi-disciplinary expertise with leading industry partners to push the boundaries in advanced custom design, rapid prototyping and new materials.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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