The National Security Podcast Australia’s AUKUS officials, part 2: Tanya Monro, Chief Defence Scientist
Jul 25, 2024
Tanya Monro, Chief Defence Scientist at the Department of Defence, shares her insights on Australia's strategic priorities in the evolving defense landscape. She discusses the critical role of scientific innovation, particularly in hypersonics and quantum systems, and the importance of the AUKUS Pillar Two collaboration. Misconceptions about defense research at universities are tackled, as well as the intersection of industry and academia in driving technological advancements. Monro emphasizes the need for education as a key component of national security.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Role of Scientific Innovation in Defence
02:42 • 12min
Accelerating Australia's Defense Capabilities: The Role of ASCA
14:51 • 4min
Accelerating Defense Innovation Through Collaborative Missions
18:35 • 5min
Exploring AUKUS Pillar 2: Collaboration on Advanced Technologies
23:53 • 3min
AUKUS: Collaborations in Defense Innovation
27:19 • 22min
Education as a National Security Imperative
48:57 • 2min