2024 Showcase highlights ANFF connections with industry and commercialisation
ANFF facilities provide the critical infrastructure and expertise required to accelerate and de-risk technology development. The availability of these experts and capabilities, including tools for initial prototyping and complete, industry-relevant process trains, adds immense value to early innovations.
ANFF and ANFF-C enable researchers to develop new ideas that have long-term implications and support them with critical funding for the translation pathway. Our support can help turn these devices and prototypes into societal benefits.
Three Industry Case Studies presented at the 2024 Showcase ‘ANFF – Connected’ demonstrated how ANFF has collaborated with its industry partners to underpin their ongoing success:
Katherine Kinder, Advanced Navigation – Integrated photonic device packaging with ANFF
Dr Gerry Swiegers, Hysata – Bubble-free capillary water electrolysis: A new approach to industrial water electrolysis
Dr Anushi Rajapaksa, Misti – Rapid Relief
Facilitated by ANFF-C Director John Morrison, a panel discussion on Alliances and Partnerships served as a stimulating wrap-up for the 2024 Showcase.
We were honoured by the participation of three distinguished panellists who brought along their willingness to contribute to this interesting and timely discussion:
Gordon Harling, CMC Microsystems CEO
Penelope Lane, Esfam Biotech CEO and Executive Director of Vert & Or
Kate Latimer, National Judicial College of Australia (retired)
The topics discussed included some of the challenges facing Australian early-stage entities in the advanced manufacturing ecosystem. The panel explored the potential of strategic partnerships in supporting an early-stage entity by leveraging the resources of an established commercial partner’s access to capital, markets and talent.
By supporting research infrastructure, translation science and commercialisation, ANFF and ANFF-C are a critical part of the innovation landscape creating a sustainable future for the Australian economy, ensuring sovereign capability and providing high-value jobs for Australians.