Australian science has changed the world. Back it to shape our future.

From the Wi-Fi that connects us to the sunscreen that protects us, Australian science makes our daily lives better. We need to ask ourselves: will we back it to keep it here?

We have always punched above our weight, but our punch is fast losing power. 

Investing in Australian research keeps knowledge, capability and talent here – not lost to better-funded systems overseas. Every researcher who leaves takes irreplaceable expertise with them. We owe it to the next generation to act now, not later.

Professor Xiaojing Hao FAA FTSE

Here’s what Australian science can achieve when we back it.

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How understanding a virus helped prevent cervical cancer

Australian immunology research led to the HPV vaccine now preventing cervical cancer worldwide.

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When a solar breakthrough became a broken record

Australian research led by Professor Martin Green created the solar cell used in panels worldwide.

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When pipe fittings became a human heart

Australian engineer Daniel Timms developed a long‑lasting titanium artificial heart from an early improvised prototype.

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How we cleared a great barrier to reef protection

Australian scientists uncovered why corals break down under heat stress, reshaping reef protection.

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The deadly spider that could protect your heart

Australian researchers found a molecule in funnel-web spider venom that could limit damage after heart attacks.

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