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 64 centres out of 332 total centres.
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CSIRO Mineral Resources Business Unit
We are one of the largest minerals research and development groups in the world
Centre size: 100-200 research staff
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CSIRO Manufacturing Business Unit
The Manufacturing Business Unit has multi-disciplinary scientific and engineering capabilities and world-class infrastructure.
Centre size: 100-200 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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Centre for International Trade and Business in Asia CITBA
CITBA provide businesses, governments, and partners expertise and knowledge in transformative economies, sustainability, and trade negotiations.
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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Forensic and Scientific Services FSS
FSS is the most comprehensive forensic and public health science facility in Australia providing expert analysis, advice and research.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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CSIRO Energy Business Unit EBU
The CSIRO Energy Business Unit is pioneering low-emission technologies and provide the knowledge for a smart, secure and sustainable energy future.
Centre size: 20-100 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 Data Analytics CDA
With expertise in actuarial science, statistics, finance and informatics, the CDA uses big data analytics to produce research that make valuable economic and social contributions.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Baosteel-Australia Joint Research and Development Centre BAO-JRDC
The BAO-JRDC is a world-first joint venture between Baosteel - one of the world’s largest steel companies, and four Australian universities.
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Economic Geology Research Centre EGRU
EGRU provides applied research, connects researchers with industry and governments, promotes co-operation and collaboration, and provides professional development training.
Centre size: Up to 20 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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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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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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Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre MISHC
MISHC is internationally recognised as a centre of excellence and a leading provider of minerals industry risk management education and research.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Natural Gas CNG
The UQ CNG research centre conducts real-world gas research for the optimisation of operation and supply; environment; and social performance.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Mined Land Rehabilitation CMLR
CMLR addresses the environmental challenges of the minerals industry with quality science
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Central Analytical Research Facility CARF
CARF had purpose-built scientific laboratories for analysing physical, mechanical, chemical and biological properties of solids, liquids and gases.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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WH Bryan Mining and Geology Research Centre SMI-BRC
The SMI-BRC researches new and improved methods for ore extraction and enhancing total deposit knowledge and predictive understanding of ore bodies.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Julius Kruttschnitt Mineral Research Centre SMI-JKMRC
The JKMRC is the largest Australian minerals research centre and has research strengths in spanning exploration, geometallurgy, comminution, separation and flotation.
Centre size: Up to 20 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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The Chemistry Centre
The Chemistry Centre is the leading centre for the analysis of Queensland soils, plants, sediments and waters to support government and other research projects.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Department of Environment and Science DES
The Department develops and coordinates science policy and supports and invests in research. It provides scientific information and advice to inform planning and management.
Centre size: 300-500 research staff
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Centre for Railway Engineering CRE
The Centre for Railway Engineering provides high quality research and development, innovation and consultancy services to the railway industry.
Centre size: Up to 20 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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International WaterCentre IWC
The IWC specialises in building the capacity of water leaders to create water sensitive futures through integrated and whole-of-water cycle thinking.
Centre size: Up to 20 research staff
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Centre for Water in the Minerals Industry CWiMI
Leading research for the sustainable management of water in the resources industry.
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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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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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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Geological Survey of Queensland GSQ
The Geological Survey of Queensland provides geoscience and resource information to promote the exploration and mining potential of Queensland.
Centre size: 20-100 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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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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Research Engineering Facility
The Research Engineering Facility support research in avionics automation, mechanical and civil engineering, electrical engineering, water treatment, and geology and ecology.
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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Australian Centre for Entrepreneurship Research ACE
ACE is the leading university hub in Australia for the creation and dissemination of research-based knowledge on entrepreneurship.
Centre size: Up to 20 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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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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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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Bond University
Bond University, a private, not-for-profit university has targeted research areas including business, law, comparative construction, sports science, health sciences and medicine.
Centre size: 200-300 research staff
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John Campbell Miles Drill Core Facility GSQ
The Geological Survey of Queensland provides geoscience and resource information to promote the exploration and mining potential of Queensland.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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Exploration Data Centre GSQ
The Geological Survey of Queensland provides geoscience and resource information to promote the exploration and mining potential of Queensland.
Centre size: 20-100 research staff
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