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 44 centres out of 332 total centres.

Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group

The Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group is one of the leading robotics and autonomous systems research groups in the world.

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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CSIRO Data61 Business Unit Data61

Data61 has one of the largest collections of research and development expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data science in the world.

Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Tactical Research Unit TRU

The Tactical Research Unit (TRU) conducts bespoke research to improve the wellbeing, occupational performance, and safety of tactical personnel (military & first responders).

Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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- Defence, aviation and space
Mount Kent Observatory

Mt Kent Observatory is Queensland professional astronomical research facility, and is located at a dark-sky site outside Toowoomba in southern Queensland

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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- Defence, aviation and space
- Digital economy
Boeing Research and Technology Australia Centre BRTAC

Boeing Research and Technology Australia Centre brings together Boeing and UQ researchers to collaborate on the next great advances in aerospace.

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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QUT Centre for Robotics QCR

The QUT Centre for Robotics research is used for agriculture, health, environmental and infrastructure monitoring, defence, manufacturing, mining and construction.

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Institute for Resilient Regions IRR

The Institute for Resilient Regions conducts research that enables rural, remote and regional communities to be resilient, adaptive, healthy, connected and collaborative.

Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Queensland Centre for Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing AMPAM

AMPAM is dedicated to discovering new materials engineering and manufacturing technologies to benefit key economic and social sectors in Australia

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Hypersonics CFH

Centre of Hypersonics is globally recognised as the leading university-based hypersonics research group.

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Materials Science CMS

The Centre for Materials Science is a fundamental scientific engine room for materials innovation, providing materials-based solutions to real-world applications.

Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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Visualisation and Interactive Solutions for Engagement and Research VISER

VISER works with researchers and industry and government partners to develop innovative ways of modelling, visualising and interpreting complex information using technology.

Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Astrophysics CA

The Centre for Astrophysics delivers internationally-cited astronomical and space sciences research

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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Trusted Autonomous Systems Defence Cooperative Research Centre TAS-DCRC

Trusted Autonomous Systems is Australia’s first Defence Cooperative Research Centre, and is uniquely equipped to deliver world-leading autonomous and robotic technologies to enable trusted and effective cooperation between humans and machines.

Centre size: 20-100 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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Institute for Advanced Engineering and Space Sciences IAESS

IAESS provides a dedicated facility for Space and Defence research with a focus on hypersonic propulsion systems, rockets, advanced materials and astrophysics.

Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS

EQUS conducts world-leading research to exploit the potential of quantum science and develop a range of transformational technologies that will benefit society.

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Human Factors and Sociotechnical Systems CHFSS

The CHFSS brings together experts from various disciplines to conduct collaborative research on issues impacting safety and productivity.

Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Queensland Micro- and Nanotechnology Centre QMNC

QMNC’s capabilities include microtechnology, nanotechnology and micro/nanosystems, microelectronics, and expertise in fundamental theory of materials.

Centre size: 20-100 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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Centre for Future Materials CFM

CFM is a world-leading research centre in advanced composite materials and applications. CFM provides advanced partnerships with industry towards innovation and growth.

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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Centre for Tropical Water and Aquatic Ecosystem Research - Townsville TropWATER

The Centre is providing global leadership in tropical water and aquatic ecosystem research

Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Centre for Tropical Water and Aquatic Ecosystem Research - Cairns TropWATER

The Centre is providing global leadership in tropical water and aquatic ecosystem research

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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Translational Polymer Research Group TPRG

The Translational Polymer Research Group undertakes R&D into new polymer materials and composites.

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 Brain Institute QBI

A world leader in neuroscience, Queensland Brain Institute researchers are working to understand the brain in order to better treat neurological disease.

Centre size: 300-500 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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Griffith Climate Action Beacon CAB

Griffith Climate Action Beacon focuses on interdisciplinary research and cross-sectoral practice collaborations as catalysts for climate action.

Centre size: 20-100 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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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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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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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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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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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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