Queensland’s difference


Deep scientific capabilities 

Queensland is a research and innovation hub boasting world-class institutions, cutting edge research facilities, and a rich, connected research and innovation ecosystem. It’s bursting with talent, enjoys a unique climate, vast amounts of space and natural resources.

Sophisticated infrastructure

Accessible, state-of-the-art scientific infrastructure is a vital component of modern innovation ecosystems. The Team Queensland approach provides access to world-class talent, facilities, infrastructure, land and sustainable energy sources.

Collaborative research ecosystem

Queensland is a one-stop-shop for research and innovation, driven by a networked ecosystem comprising universities, research institutes, and government agencies. 

Highly skilled research talent

Highly skilled workforce and brain gain supported by a sustained track record of inward migration and international collaboration.

Supportive government

The Queensland Government supports multidisciplinary collaboration and strong industry partnerships, building international investment into research and innovation by supporting talent, infrastructure, translational partnerships and the community.


Key areas of research

Biomedical

From ‘bench to bedside’ breakthroughs in medical research and care

Biofutures

Set to become a leading hub in the Asia-Pacific region for the development and production of biofoods, biochemicals, biofuels and bioplastics.

Quantum and Advanced Technologies

Quantum physics and advanced technologies to develop cutting-edge, science-based innovations.

Defence, Aviation & Space

An aviation and aerospace research hub of the Asia-Pacific.

New Energy

Managing power generation and demand, renewables and clean energy.

Critical Minerals

Responses to global challenges using robotics, satellite imaging and 3D visualisation.

Advanced Manufacturing

Robotics, new materials and nanotechnology.

Food & Agriculture

Food security and quality, crop development and pest management.

Engineering

Solving problems from biomedical to chemical, environmental to mechanical.

Digital economy

Information security, 3D animation, printing and managing big data.

Environment & Nature

Big issues: reef and climate, flora and fauna, air and water, land and catchment management.

Tropical

Leader in tropical research including health, environment, crops and biocommodities.

Transport

Research innovative, practical transport planning, management and use.

Social Sciences

Understanding and influencing human behavior and our impact.