PROGRESS 2050: Toward a prosperous future for all Australians
Dr Charlie Day, Innovation and Science Australia; Valeska Bloch, Allens; Michael Ilczynski, SEEK Asia Pacific and Americas; Christian von Reventlow, Telstra
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Q&A | Chasing moonshots — culture, ambition and innovationAustralia lays claim to a rich history of innovation, risk-taking, and connectivity to the global economy that has been central to the expansion of Australia’s economy.
The benefits that innovation has brought to our lives are all around us in the quality of life that Australians enjoy and the meaningful work we undertake.
However, recent indicators show that there is considerable room for improvement in Australia’s innovation system. Business investment in research and development has fallen, collaboration between industry and research is weak, and student performance in science and mathematics has fallen behind our global peers.
What are the next steps business needs to take to inspire innovators, progress solutions to big problems, and generate national passion in innovation? -
Dr. Charlie Day | Chasing moonshots — culture, ambition and innovationCharlie Day is Chief Executive of Innovation and Science Australia, advising the Australian Government about innovation, research and science matters. ISA recently developed Australia 2030: Prosperity through innovation, a national roadmap to strengthen Australia's ability to innovate. Charlie was previously Project Director of the Carlton Connect Initiative at The University of Melbourne, and led Melbourne Ventures, the technology commercialisation company of the University of Melbourne.
