The Academy advances research across the natural sciences and emerging technologies through a network of specialised research centres. Each centre brings together scientists and scholars to pursue discovery, foster collaboration and translate knowledge into impact.
Advancing research in artificial intelligence, machine learning and intelligent systems. The centre explores foundational methods and real-world applications, from natural language processing to data-driven decision making.
Developing intelligent robotics, automation and control systems. The centre focuses on autonomous systems, human–robot collaboration and the application of robotics across industry and research.
Pursuing fundamental and applied research across physics, chemistry, the earth and environmental sciences, and the life sciences — deepening our understanding of the natural world.
Driving innovation in engineering and applied technology, including new energy and sustainability, advanced materials, and information and communications technology, with an emphasis on translation and impact.
Harnessing big data, high-performance computing and computational methods. The centre supports statistics, modelling, visualisation and data-driven discovery across scientific disciplines.
Strengthening science education and the development of research talent. The centre supports STEM education, academic exchange, early-career researchers and pathways for the next generation of scientists.
Advancing research in the life sciences and frontier medicine, including genetics and genomics, biomedicine, and precision and translational medicine, to improve human health and wellbeing.
Focusing on population health, disease prevention and control, health systems and evidence-based health policy — bridging scientific research and public health practice.