Knowledge and innovation: a policy statement on research and research training
This statement announces major changes to the current arrangements for funding to higher education research with the aim of meeting the objectives outlined in the discussion paper 'New Knowledge, New Opportunities', which outlined the government's vision for higher education research in Australia. There was an extensive process of consultation with universities, researchers, industry groups, Commonwealth and State agencies in relation to this report.
Abstract
The changes ensure that the research and research training undertaken in Australian university continues to be world class and new knowledge is effectively linked to innovation in Australian industry. The new framework provides for: a strengthened Australian Research Council and competitive grants system; performance based funding for research student places; establishment of a broad quality verification framework; and a collaborative research program to address the needs of rural and regional communities. The report complements the initiatives on health and medical research, provides the foundation to support further government action, including the Review of the Science Base, currently being undertaken by the Chief Scientist, and the National Innovation Summit scheduled for February 2000.
Author(s)
Department of Education, Training and Youth Affairs (DETYA)
Publication Details
| Type : |
Reports |
| Published : |
12/1999 |
Topics Covered
| Sectors : |
| Higher education |
| Research |
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| Detailed :
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| Education policy |
| Research and its impact |
| Research training and infrastructure |
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