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Powerful collaborations for South Australia

Who we help

The Defence Innovation Partnership understands Defence requirements and the capabilities of industry and the research sector, and we can connect you with the right team for your project.

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Researchers

If you want your ideas to inspire and your research to have impact, the Defence Innovation Partnership can open doors, find opportunities and create collaborations with Defence, other researchers and industry.

Industry

From large international corporations to SMEs to local start-ups and entrepreneurs, the Defence Innovation Partnership can help you find the best team for your project. We have connections locally and globally and can provide an insight into Defence requirements and priorities, along with introductions to relevant researchers.

Defence and Government

With our focus aligned directly with Defence's stated priorities, the Defence Innovation Partnership is a catalyst for collaborations designed to meet Defence capability needs. We're here to help you tackle your research and development challenges by connecting you to the best researchers and industry partners.

How we help

With a deep understanding of South Australia's world-class research and industrial capabilities, the Defence Innovation Partnership can connect you with the right partners and facilitate the formation of new projects.

Whether you have a specific challenge or want some advice about engaging with the defence innovation ecosystem, the Defence Innovation Partnership provides a single point of contact in South Australia for your enquiries.

Building and supporting collaborations

We facilitate the creation of the best teams for research and development projects. We'll work with you to determine where your project gaps are, and we'll find the right people, infrastructure and programs to fill them, whether they're from government, industry or academia.

We support collaborative research and development activities through our Collaborative Research Fund and Activator Fund programs.

Advice and advocacy

We can provide advice on Defence priorities, research capabilities and industry requirements including recommendations for research and development pathways or funding opportunities.

Through our local, national and international networks we are raising the profile of South Australia's research and development capabilities and attracting more opportunities to the state.