About IST

Tasmanian Innovations Advisory Board
Tasmanian Science and Technology Council

Innovation, science and technology are key drivers of Tasmania's future prosperity and quality of life. The Innovation, Science and Technology unit is the Tasmanian Government agency responsible for:

identifying, developing and promoting innovative business activity in key areas of the economy and
strengthening existing and emerging science and technology industry sectors.

The Innovation, Science and Technology unit provides you with:

information
professional development programs
seminars and networking events
grants
newsletter
business tools

The Innovation, Science and Technology unit can help you:

develop your commercialisation and business skills
conduct research and development
enhance linkages with other businesses and the research sector
commercialise new products, processes or services
keep in contact with the latest in innovation, science and technology

Tasmanian Innovations Advisory Board

The Tasmanian Innovations Advisory Board (TIAB) was established in May 1999 to create a culture of innovation by advising the State Government on innovation policy and its implementation and administering the Tasmanian Innovations Program. The Hon. Michael Field AC is Chairman. Click here to find out the membership of TIAB.

TIAB meet bimonthly to assess Tasmanian Innovations Program applications for grants between $20,001 and $150,000.

Click here to find out how to apply for the Tasmanian Innovations Program

Tasmanian Science and Technology Council

The Tasmanian Science and Technology Council, established in 2002, is working in partnership with the Tasmanian Government, industry, research institutions and the academic community to enhance the science and technology sector of the State.

Click here for more information.