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About National Research Flagships overview

Improving lives, through partnerships focused on Australia's most significant challenges and opportunities.
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Flagship Collaboration Fund overview

Funding collaborative research or study is a key part of the Flagship program - with A$97 million being available to 2011.
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Fulbright CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarship

CSIRO is pleased to announce the creation of a new Fulbright CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarship to Australia for 2009.
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Applying for Flagship clusters

The National Research Flagships Program is one of the largest scientific initiatives ever mounted in Australia. Clusters, which are the main element of the Flagship Collaboration Fund offer opportunities for collaborations in areas of national importance.
Energry Tranformed Flagship Energy Transformed Flagship

Developing clean, affordable energy and transport technologies for a sustainable future.

 Preventative Health Flagship Preventative Health Flagship

Improving the health of Australians through disease prevention and early detection.
Food Futures Flagship Food Futures Flagship

Transforming the agrifood sector through frontier technologies and partnering.

 Water falling through fingers Water for a Healthy Country Flagship

Addressing the sustainable management of Australia's water resources.
Light Metals Flagship Light Metals Flagship

Developing new ways to produce light metals, to reduce costs and energy use and improve performance.

 A wave peaking in mid-ocean. Wealth from Oceans Flagship

Focusing on delivering ocean-based economic, social and environmental wealth to the nation.
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Climate Adaptation Flagship

Finding ways to adapt to the impacts of climate change and variability.

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Minerals Down Under Flagship

Coordinating minerals research to ensure the competitiveness of Australia’s resource base.
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Niche Manufacturing Flagship

Using nanotechnology to create a new wave of niche industries and add value to existing manufacturing.