Science and innovation publications and resources main page

Publication profiles have been created for a large number of DEST publications from 2002 to present.  These profiles are web pages which provide information about publications such as: title, description, author, publication type, date published, topics covered and format(s) available.  Where appropriate, an abstract is also provided. Over time, the number of profiles will increase and become more comprehensive with the addition of pre-2002 publications.

If you know the title of a publication, use the Publications A to Z list.

If you are not sure of the publication’s title, use the Publications Search to search by keywords, author, year published, publication type or topics.

Please note: Not all publications published before 2002 will be found through the publications A to Z list or the publication search.  To locate pre-2002 publications there are two additional search options, namely the Advanced Search or the Archive Search.

• have searched our  Publications A to Z  and been unsuccessful in locating the publication you are seeking;
• have any difficulties in accessing the information provided in the on-line document; or
• need further assistance with alternative formats.

Please send an email to publications@dest.gov.au. Any specific detail you may be able to include in your email ... such as title, author, date of release etc will be appreciated and assist us to help you. 

Australian School Science Education National Action Plan, 2008-2012

A report in two volumes setting out priority actions for Australian school science education.

Australian Science & Innovation: Partnerships for the Future

The Australian science and innovation: partnerships for the future publication package provides information about Australia’s science and innovation system, its strengths, capabilities and achievements, and how it engages internationally.

National Research Priorities Report to Government

The National Research Priorities (NRPs) are designed to focus the Australian Government’s research effort into those areas that can deliver significant economic, social and environmental benefits to Australia.

Climate Change in Australia: Regional Impacts and Adaptation

This report was prepared by an independent working group for the Prime Minister’s Science, Engineering and Innovation Council (PMSEIC) and was presented at the 17th meeting of PMSEIC on 22 June 2007.

Water for Our Cities: Building Resilience in a Climate of Uncertainty

This report was prepared by an independent working group for the Prime Minister’s Science, Engineering and Innovation Council (PMSEIC) and was presented at the 17th meeting of PMSEIC on 22 June 2007.