In an effort to balance an unbalanced budget the Federal Government are said to be planning major cuts to the funds available for National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) research grants. These grants are the major source of research funding in Australia for health and medicine, and any moves to cut this funding will… Continue reading Medical research funding – worth fighting to protect
Category: Policy
Thoughts of a former Chief Scientist
John Stocker, previously chairman of the CSIRO and now a private industry scientific advisor, served as Chief Scientist of Australia from 1996 to 1999. He provided his thoughts on the role of the Chief Scientist and the future of the position. “At the heart of the issue lies the need for the government to… Continue reading Thoughts of a former Chief Scientist
Who or what is a Chief Scientist?
Australia’s Chief Scientist, Penny Sackett, has made news recently by abruptly leaving her post. Last week marked her last days in the role, and her departure leaves the position vacant. However not many people realise that Australia has a Chief Scientist, and even less understand what role the Chief Scientist plays. The Chief Scientist… Continue reading Who or what is a Chief Scientist?
Dr Ben Lewis 