Western Australia has unique advantages and significant capabilities in science and technology across various sectors, including mining, agriculture, biodiversity, precision medicine, autonomous systems, cybersecurity and radio astronomy.
This plan addresses key challenges, such as the global energy transition, decarbonisation, food security and health.
VisionWestern Australia is a world leader in science and technology which drives the ongoing wellbeing resilience and sustainability of the community, economy and environment. |
Goals
| Home to cutting-edge research and technology capability with successful translation and commercialisation. |
| A leading destination for science and technology expertise and investment. |
| Host to an interconnected network of high-quality, multipurpose physical and digital infrastructure. |
| Renowned for research and development collaborations, integration of Aboriginal communities’ Traditional Knowledge, and capacity to transfer technologies within and across sectors. |
| Home to world-class STEM education, training and career pathways where all people can meaningfully participate in science and technology. |
| A place where science is celebrated, trusted and used for evidence-based decision making. |
Strategic action areas
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| Talent, skills and workforce | Funding and investment | Physical and digital infrastructure | Leadership, collaboration and communication | Translation, commercialisation and procurement | Policy, regulation and governance |
Research and capability priorities
The focus areas and their associated priorities define where the Western Australian Government will focus its science and technology efforts.
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| Clean energy and decarbonisation | Environment and sustainability | Mineral supply and value-adding | Health and wellbeing | Critical and emerging technology | Sustainable and secure food production |
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Read the 10-year Science and Technology plan
