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Responsible Innovation at CSIRO: new report shows how we do it 

At Australia’s national science agency, we’ve pioneered a unique approach to delivering future science and technology that benefits everyone.

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Dr Yuwan Malakar shares new research on risk and responsibility

In this new paper, DR YUWAN MALAKAR examines the interconnected nature of risk and responsibility in the research and development […]

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Responsible innovation inspires public trust in new technologies

A fascinating panel discussion on responsible innovation, and what fresh promise it holds for government, research, and industry.

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How responsible innovation is transforming digital agriculture technologies – podcast 

DR CARA STITZLEIN and DR SIMON FIELKE join a diverse panel on The Digital Village Show to discuss responsible innovation in the AgTech space.

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What do people really think about hydrogen?

Mitchell Scovell has conducted research into community perceptions of hydrogen, which is important to know as companies and governments scale up the hydrogen industry in Australia. So do we love it or…?

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Something Digital: CSIRO scientists share their expertise at innovation conference

Researchers from the Responsible Innovation Future Science Platform and beyond gathered in Brisbane for a festival of big ideas.

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Dr Melanie McGrath heads to Europe for AI conference tour 

Along with an emerging global community of interest, DR MELANIE MCGRATH is exploring how to take AI from tool to team mate.

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Indigenous women rangers earn responsible digital tech credentials

With digital technologies and Elders’ guidance, Indigenous rangers are learning how to responsibly monitor important species and habitats on-Country, through the Healthy Country AI and Digital Impact Program.

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Meet Sinéad Golley: Understanding the psychology of food choice

With new forms of sustenance required to meet the nutritional needs of a growing global population, SINÉAD GOLLEY explores the psychology of food choice, and the role of Responsible Innovation in shaping the foods of the future.

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Dr David Douglas in Delft: defining ethical responsibilities in new technologies  

Presenting at the 2023 forum for Philosophy, Engineering, and Technology, DR DAVID DOUGLAS shared insights from current research defining ethical responsibilities and risks in relation to new technologies.