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HIGH FLYERS THINK TANKS
The purpose of the Academy's High Flyers Think Tank series is to bring together early- and mid-career
researchers from a broad range of disciplines to:
- engage in thinking about novel applications of existing science and technology; and
- identify gaps in knowledge that might be addressed when applying science (including social science) and
technology to a particular issue.
It is well recognised that interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving enable more
diverse and lateral thinking, and therefore more comprehensive outcomes. Held in an independent setting, the
Think Tanks are seen by the Academy as a unique opportunity for career development and network creation.
This is to be particularly encouraged among the nation's next generation of researchers and their institutions.
Previous Think Tanks have culminated in reports to government that have been timely, well received and
instrumental in influencing policy development.
2007
Extreme natural hazards
University of Melbourne, 30 October 2007
2006
Innovative technical solutions for water management in Australia
University of Adelaide, 30 October 2006
2005
Biotechnology and the future of Australian agriculture
Canberra, 26 July, 2005
2004
Emerging diseases – Ready and waiting?
Canberra, 19 October 2004
2003
Safeguarding Australia
Canberra, 4 April 2003
2002
Research priorities nominations
Canberra, 8 August 2002
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