Australia’s research and development (R&D) system is at a critical juncture. As global challenges intensify and technological advancements accelerate, the need for a robust, well-coordinated and adequately funded R&D system has never been more pressing.
The Australian Government is undertaking a strategic examination of our research and development (R&D) system to help grow our core science and innovation capability.
The Australian Council of Learned Academies (ACOLA) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Strategic Examination of Research and Development (SERD) Review discussion paper.
This letter provides an overview of the key areas and principles that should be considered as part of the SERD Review. Australia’s Learned Academies have provided further information and explicit recommendations across these themes in their submissions.