ANU is committed to engaging in research that transforms society and creates national capability to address national and international priorities. We are committed to investigating real-world problems by bringing together relevant knowledge and expertise from diverse disciplines and fields.
A number of strategic research initiatives have been set up at ANU that can connect disciplines on a common problem and give a dedicated vehicle for engaging industry users, policy makers and communities.
InSpace
InSpace connects ANU space research with society’s biggest challenges to deliver positive impact.
Agrifood Innovation Institute
Agrifood Innovation Institute was established in July 2018 as a joint initiative between the ANU and CSIRO, with support and funding from the ACT Government.
Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions (ICEDS)
The Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions (ICEDS) connects people with climate, energy & disaster-risk research from The Australian National University.
Sustainable Farms
Sustainable Farms is a research and extension initiative based in the Fenner School of Environment and Society at the Australian National University.
Tech Policy Design Centre (TPDC)
The Tech Policy Design Centre (TPDC) is a nonpartisan, independent research organisation at the Australian National University.
Institute for Water Futures (IWF)
The Institute for Water Futures (IWF) leads research to understand change and enable action in Australia and beyond.
Zero Carbon Energy for the Asia-Pacific Initiative (ZCEAP)
The ANU Zero-Carbon Energy for the Asia-Pacific Grand Challenge initiative (ZCEAP) aims to push the frontiers that will help future-proof the way Australia trades with the world based on the Australia’s abundant renewable energy resources.
Indigenous Health and Wellbeing Grand Challenge (IHWGC)
The Indigenous Health and Wellbeing Grand Challenge (IHWGC)’s vision is to enable improvements in health and wellbeing outcomes among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples using novel approaches and best practice principles.
WearOptimo
Established to drive the future of personalised medicine and diagnostics via microscopic wearable technology.
ANU Integrated AI Network
The Integrated Artificial Intelligence (IAI) Network brings together researchers from different disciplines across ANU whose work focuses on the role of AI in addressing social and scientific problems, as well as utilising AI in creative spaces and cultural practices.
ANU Defence Institute
The ANU Defence Institute coordinates a strategic approach to Defence engagement. The Institute provides a ‘front door’ to direct enquiries and serves as a hub for fostering collaboration and partnerships between the ANU, the Defence sector and industry leaders.
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