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Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion.

The Commission has a statutory mandate to conduct a program of research to support its inquiries, annual reporting and other responsibilities, including promoting community awareness and understanding of various productivity and regulatory issues.

Business Council of Australia (PDF - 140k)

Submission DR204 for Science And Innovation View full list


Business Council of Australia Submission – Review of Public Support for Science and Innovation. ... involved. 2 Howard Partners (2005), Knowledge Exchange Networks in Australia’s Innovation System:.

Date received: 19 Jan 2007

Dept of Industry, Tourism and Resources (PDF - 252k)

Submission DR185 for Science And Innovation View full list


But the Government can play an important role in coordinating the flow of information on best practice, working closely with business networks and industry forums. ... This is particularly the case for emerging industries which may not have the industry

Date received: 22 Dec 2006

Australian Publishers Association (PDF - 41k)

Submission DR141 for Science And Innovation View full list


Specifically, the peer review process managed by publishers and funded by a subscription model is integral to the research process. • ... 3.2 Peer Review The Draft Report does not mention the subject of peer review.

Date received: 20 Dec 2006

Dept of Communications, IT and the Arts # (PDF - 467k)

Submission 101 for Science And Innovation View full list


Funding initiatives such as the Advanced Networks Program for specialised high-speed communications and research. ... Most developed countries are investing in upgrading their national research and education networks.

Date received: 5 Oct 2006

Dept of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry * (PDF - 362k)

Submission 100 for Science And Innovation View full list


5. - a review of rural research and development priorities to better direct and account for research and development efforts. - ... These justifications were noted by the Industry Commission’s review of R&D in 1995 and still apply today.

Date received: 5 Oct 2006

Dept of Industry, Tourism and Resources # (PDF - 303k)

Submission 93 for Science And Innovation View full list


Key DITR innovation programs are detailed below to illustrate the program rationale and findings from performance reviews. ... Important aims include:. • Fostering the creation of spin-off companies and networks of commercial biotechnology activity;.

Date received: 15 Sep 2006

Dept of Education, Science and Training # (PDF - 668k)

Submission 87 for Science And Innovation View full list


The Review of Teaching and Teacher Education called for a re-energising of the sciences and technology and a prioritising of innovation in our schools. ... 14 AP Bartel and FR Lichtenberg, ‘The comparative advantage of educated workers in implementing

Date received: 1 Sep 2006

CRC for Beef Genetic Technologies, CAST CRC, CRC for Innovative Dairy Products, CRC for Forestry, CRC Mining, CRC for the Australian Poultry Industries, The Australian Sheep Industry CRC , Vision CRC (PDF - 174k)

Submission 85 for Science And Innovation View full list


CRCs provide a centralised, independent and focussed forum for all levels of industry to interact on issues. ... to complete their thesis) and recently graduated students being offered excellent industry-based jobs.

Date received: 29 Aug 2006

State Government of Victoria # (PDF - 603k)

Submission 84 for Science And Innovation View full list


skilled jobs − and on the ability to rapidly master current technologies and business methods. ... Successful innovation also depends on linkages and networks that support the production, dissemination and sharing of knowledge.

Date received: 28 Aug 2006

Industry Research and Development Board (PDF - 54k)

Submission 77 for Science And Innovation View full list


As noted through outcomes of the Uhrig Review, statutory bodies established to perform both of these functions can result in the loss of truly independent technical advice. ... In particular: Investment Spillovers • An independent review of the R&D

Date received: 17 Aug 2006