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The Defence and Security Institute plays a key role in the Australian capabilities essential to our nation’s defence, security, and prosperity.

We are committed to ensuring that the University of Adelaide builds and maintains the research skills, infrastructure, commercialisation and knowledge transfer abilities required to continue contributing to the defence of our nation.

Read the 2023 edition of Defence Science and Technology OUTLOOK magazine

This year’s magazine includes interviews with leading representatives in the Defence industry along with insights into upcoming programs, case studies on recent projects and showcases the potential for students in the area.

This publication is compelling reading for those within the organisation that currently interact with the Defence sector.

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Upcoming events

28

Mar

CADR-RAS Webinar: Deep and machine learning modelling applied to imagery and hyperspectral imagery

The next webinar will be on Thursday 28 March 2024 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm (Australian Central Daylight Time) around the activity of "Deep and machine learning modelling applied to imagery and hyperspectral imagery " presented by Associate Professor Sigfredo Fuentes, The University of Melbourne and Dr Bin Lee, Senior Research Scientist, DSTG.

18

Apr

CADR-RAS Webinar: Event Based Scene Stabilisation

This webinar will be on Thursday 18 April 2024 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm (Australian Central Standard Time) around the activity of "Event Based Scene Stabilisation" presented by Associate Professor Gregory Cohen, Western Sydney University and Vladimir Perejogin, DSTG.

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Latest news from the Institute

Human integrated sensor system program

Sometimes it is not possible to identify in advance if there are chemical or biological agents present in an area.

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Drone-borne gamma ray sensors

In a CBRN attack, our defence forces must be able to accurately assess a battle space for radiation and other toxic substances.

Read more about Drone-borne gamma ray sensors

Simultaneous location and mapping in autonomous vehicles

Robotic and autonomous vehicles are valuable defence assets as they can undertake operations which present increased risks to personnel, such as entering contested or contaminated areas where they can gather information, or act as relay points for communication systems.

Read more about Simultaneous location and mapping in autonomous vehicles

From the Newsroom

29

Nov

Undergraduate places support nuclear-powered future

The University of Adelaide has today, Wednesday 29 November, received Federal Government commitment to fund the training of hundreds more domestic undergraduate students to join the defence workforce of the future.

24

Oct

South Australian researchers join forces with global defence consortium

The University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia have joined five leading universities in the United Kingdom and United States to support the AUKUS alliance.

3

Oct

Sovereign radar expertise is focus for new centre

A new Centre at the University of Adelaide for research into high-frequency (HF) radar technology will play a critical role in the nation’s safety and prosperity.

14

Feb

Trailblazer defence program formalised

The Defence Trailblazer for Concept to Sovereign Capability program has taken another step in being formalised with the conditions of grant being finalised and the announcement of the board members.

28

Oct

Defence specialist leads Trailblazer

A leading defence industry specialist with more than 30 years’ experience in the sector has been appointed as Executive Director of the Defence Trailblazer for Concept to Sovereign Capability.

6

Jul

Cutting-edge laser technology focus for research centre

A new centre at the University of Adelaide will focus on further developing the latest laser technology needed to keep Australia and its allies safe from emerging military threats.

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