Why is qld the smart state

Developed the Helitak Black Hawk tank the only underbelly tank of its kind in the world approved for aerial firefighting. Boeing, working with 20 Queensland companies to develop on-board command and control technology for the Loyal Wingman drones. BiVacor, Gold Coast developed a Total Artificial Heart that may become the first viable alternative to heart transplantation.

The move not only bought thousands of new jobs with it, the relocation offered invaluable connections to a high-technology aerospace company for local small to medium sized businesses. Around delegates and international and domestic media representatives attended the event, giving Queensland an unrivalled opportunity to foster international networks and highlight the best of the state.

Your research led to the vaccine that protects women and girls around the world from cervical cancer. Just a few months later the global recognition was delivered to the streets of Brisbane once again, with the Queensland Museum Network securing the exclusive license to host the World Science Festival in the Asia Pacific from — A New York phenomenon, the World Science Festival explores and celebrates science through thought-provoking conversations, inspiring theatrical and cinematic experiences, interactive workshops and engaging demonstrations.

World Science Festival Brisbane Courtesy Queensland Museum. But perhaps the greatest event to ensure an enduring innovation impact on Queensland long after its official closing was the Commonwealth Games GC A home away from home for thousands of international athletes in April , the hub is now home to more than researchers and research students. The precinct also includes the Gold Coast University and Gold Coast Private Hospitals, Griffith University, research centres and global companies operating in partnership with researchers and clinicians.

No finish line to be marked against changes or advancements. Making sure that Queenslanders are provided with the choices and opportunities necessary to create new jobs in the wake of the resources boom. Queensland no longer the 'Smart State'. Please try again later. Brisbane Times.

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