Science ambassador
The Queensland Chief Scientist acts as an ambassador for Queensland science, fostering cooperation and collaboration amongst the government, research, industry and community sectors, raising Queensland's profile as a smart region characterised by world class research and investment opportunities, and engaging the community in better understanding the importance of science, research and innovation in the state's future economic, social and environmental wellbeing.
The Queensland Chief Scientist has developed the Engaging Queenslanders in Science Strategy to support a Queensland population that engages in, and recognises, supports and advocates for science.
The strategy includes a range of engagement and communication programs including:
- the Partner Up Queensland Regional Science and Innovation Network and activities
- the Engaging Science Grants
- the Flying Scientists program
- support for the World Science Festival Brisbane
- our National Science Week events and activities.