Mechanisms to Capture Benefits

The mechanisms to capture benefits from the Australian Microbial Resources Research Network will include:

Communication and Information Exchange

• Development of a Network Website to provide access to and dissemination of information
• Establishment of an e-Newsletter for announcements and information exchange
• Establishment of Advisory Committees to investigate and advise on issues relevant to the operation of the Network and delivery of its objectives
• Establishment of an annual meeting on Australian Microbial Resources and Biodiscovery
• Holding training workshops to transfer expertise

Facilities and Infrastructure

• Providing access to resources and facilities in Australian culture collections by the development of databases and software
• Providing opportunities for applications for infrastructure funding to benefit Network participants
• Providing a means to access research expertise

Research Collaboration

• Fostering opportunities for multidisciplinary research
• Encouraging links between research groups to facilitate innovative research
• Establishing links with industry to exploit the application of Australian microbial resources in bioindustries

Training

• Introducing a mentoring program for young researchers to ensure career development and continuity of research expertise to meet national needs
• Establishing a visiting scientist program to take advantage of distributed research expertise and encourage collaboration
• Holding technical training workshops to facilitate technology transfer