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Minister Snowdon updated on DSTO research
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- Date:
- 4 March, 2013
The Minister for Defence Science and Personnel Warren Snowdon has discussed the progress of DSTO research programs during a recent visit to Melbourne laboratories.
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- Mr Snowdon with future submarine project officers, staff working in support of HMAS Choules and Bushmaster blast protection researchers.
Mr Snowdon said these coal face briefings underscored his confidence in DSTO’s ability to provide scientifically robust and technologically innovative solutions in support of Defence.
Accompanied by Deputy Chief Defence Scientist Dr Ian Sare, Mr Snowdon met staff from the future submarine project and staff working in support of HMAS Choules, before an update on Bushmaster blast protection research and the latest efforts to enhance soldier performance.
The Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) is part of Australia's Department of Defence. DSTO's role is to ensure the expert, impartial and innovative application of science and technology to the defence of Australia and its national interests.