The Department of Business and Employment fosters and enhances research and innovation in the Northern Territory on behalf of the Northern Territory Government. Innovation drives knowledge creation; new products, services and industry capabilities; cutting edge science and research; international competitiveness; and greater productivity.
The Research and Innovation Branch:
provides policy advice as well as administrative and support services to the Northern Territory Research and Innovation Board and Fund
engages with research and innovation groups in government agencies, educational institutions and private sector entities, both nationally and internationally
represents the Northern Territory’s interests and provides input to the development of policies and initiatives from a Northern Territory perspective
fosters collaboration and networking, particularly regarding Northern Territory business participation and growth
monitors best practice and state-of-the-art knowledge, initiatives, opportunities and funding availability and disseminates this information to key client stakeholders
networks to achieve collaborative synergies in research and innovation outcomes with relevant partners and within Northern Territory Government departments.