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Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 020000 Physical Sciences 0201 ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES 6 0202 ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, NUCLEAR, PARTICLE AND PLASMA PHYSICS 3 0204 CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS 2 020000 Physical Sciences 030000 Chemical Sciences 0304 MEDICINAL AND BIOMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY 1 0305 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 2 0399 OTHER CHEMICAL SCIENCES 2 030000 Chemical Sciences 5 040000 Earth Sciences 0401 ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES 1 0402 GEOCHEMISTRY 2 0403 GEOLOGY 2 0404 GEOPHYSICS 2 0406 PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCE 1 040000 Earth Sciences 8 060000 Biological Sciences 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY 9 0603 EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY 1 0604 GENETICS 1 0606 PHYSIOLOGY 1 060000 Biological Sciences 080000 Information and Computing Sciences 0801 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND IMAGE PROCESSING 1 0805 DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING 1 080000 Information and Computing Sciences 2 090000 Engineering 0903 BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING 1 0904 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING 1 0905 CIVIL ENGINEERING 2 0906 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING 1 0909 GEOMATIC ENGINEERING 3 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING 6 11 12 Page 1 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0913 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 1 0999 OTHER ENGINEERING 1 090000 Engineering 100000 Technology 1002 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 1 1004 MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 1 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY 8 100000 Technology 190000 Studies in Creative Arts and Writing 1902 FILM, TELEVISION AND DIGITAL MEDIA 1 190000 Studies in Creative Arts and Writing 1 210000 History and Archaeology 2103 HISTORICAL STUDIES 1 210000 History and Archaeology 1 Total Number of Grants 16 10 66 Page 2 0201 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES Swinburne University of Technology LE150100155 Bailes, Prof Matthew; Gaensler, Prof Bryan M; Wyithe, Prof Stuart; Bhat, Dr Ramesh; Levin, Dr Yuri; van Straten, Dr Willem; Wen, Prof Linqing; Melatos, A/Prof Andrew; Manchester, Dr Richard N; Hobbs, Dr George; Kramer, Prof Dr Michael; Han, Prof JinLin 2015 $370,000.00 Total $370,000.00 Primary FoR 0201 ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, The University of Melbourne, Monash University, The University of Sydney, Curtin University of Technology, National Astronomical Observatories, Chinese Academy of Sciences, The University of Western Australia Administering Organisation Swinburne University of Technology Project Summary An ultra-wideband radio receiver for the Parkes 64-metre radio telescope: This project aims to construct a state-of-theart ultra-wide-band receiver and signal processing system for the Parkes 64-metre radio telescope. The receiver will operate across the entire 700 megahertz to four gigahertz band with outstanding sensitivity and polarimetric performance, providing a unique capability for high-time-resolution wide-bandwidth astronomy. It is expected to deliver enhanced science outcomes for a wide range of projects and greatly improve the telescope's operational efficiency, extending its lifetime into the Square Kilometre Array era. Key science projects include tests of theories of relativistic gravitation, including the search for gravitational waves, probing neutron star interiors and investigations of the magnetic structure of our galaxy. LE150100024 Mould, Prof Jeremy R; Burton, Prof Michael G; Glazebrook, Prof Karl; Wang, Prof Lifan; Ashley, Prof Michael C; Lawrence, Dr Jonathan S; Tuthill, Prof Peter G; Moore, Dr Anna M; Ireland, Dr Michael J 2015 $760,000.00 Total $760,000.00 Primary FoR 0201 ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of New South Wales, Australian Astronomical Observatory, Purple Mountain Observatory, China, The University of Sydney, The Australian National University, California Institute of Technology, USA, Texas A&M University Administering Organisation Swinburne University of Technology Project Summary Kunlun Infrared Sky Survey (KISS): KISS is the first exploration of the time varying Universe in the infrared. The location at Kunlun station offers the advantage of the whole sky being available for study for the duration of the Antarctic winter every year. The primary scientific targets are the physics of active galactic nuclei, supersupernovae (Gamma Ray Bursters), the terminal phases of red giants (Miras) and initial phases of protostars. The project also aims to find exoplanets and to measure the cosmic infrared background and its angular fluctuations using the low background advantage of the Antarctic. KISS is complementary to SkyMapper in that it is infrared, and complementary to 2MASS in that it is time sensitive. Page 1 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Adelaide LE150100070 Rowell, Dr Gavin P; Burton, Prof Michael G; Green, Prof Anne J; Dawson, Prof Bruce R; Balazs, A/Prof Csaba; Filipovic, A/Prof Miroslav D; Crocker, Dr Roland M; Tothill, Dr Nicholas F; Veitch, A/Prof Peter J; Galloway, Dr Duncan K; White, Dr Martin J; Bicknell, Prof Geoffrey V; Braiding, Dr Catherine R; Ottaway, Dr David J; Hinton, Prof Jim; Berge, Dr David 2015 $270,000.00 Total $270,000.00 Primary FoR 0201 ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of New South Wales, The University of Sydney, Monash University, University of Western Sydney, The Australian National University, University of Leicester, UK, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands Administering Organisation The University of Adelaide Project Summary The Cherenkov Telescope Array: The Cherenkov Telescope Array (CTA) is a major advance in very high energy gamma ray astronomy. It will be ten times more sensitive than current instruments and will transform many topics in high energy astrophysics concerning extreme particle acceleration, and in astro-particle physics such as dark matter. Over 1000 scientists from over 25 countries are involved and prototype telescopes are under construction. This project will enable a hardware contribution to the pre-production array of telescopes, bringing with it full membership, plus access to all data and core science programmes of CTA. Australian astronomers can then influence astrophysics goals of CTA, and add new scientific value to Australia's radio astronomical facilities. The University of New South Wales LE150100087 Tinney, Prof Christopher G; Ireland, Dr Michael J; Freeman, Prof Kenneth C; Asplund, Prof Martin; Bayliss, Dr Daniel; Wittenmyer, Dr Robert A; Martell, Dr Sarah L; Zucker, A/Prof Daniel B; Bedding, Prof Timothy R; Carter, A/Prof Bradley D; Sheinis, A/Prof Andrew 2015 $760,000.00 Total $760,000.00 Primary FoR 0201 ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The Australian National University, Macquarie University, The University of Sydney, University of Southern Queensland, Australian Astronomical Observatory Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary Veloce - Australia's next-generation planet foundry: This project will deliver to Australian astronomers a high-resolution, ultra-stabilised, red-wavelength-optimised spectrograph capable of delivering high-precision doppler velocities for the transiting exoplanet host-stars being discovered now by southern hemisphere transit-planet searches, and for the coming wave of discoveries to be made by NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS). In addition it will enable a vast suite of new research programs in exoplanetary science and galactic archaeology, as well as providing a sound base of ultra-stable infrastructure enabling future expansion to cover the full optical wavelength range at minimal cost. Page 2 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Sydney LE150100144 Bland-Hawthorn, Prof Jonathan; Croom, A/Prof Scott M; Colless, Prof Matthew; Bryant, Dr Julia J; Leon-Saval, Dr Sergio G; Parker, Prof Quentin A; Kewley, Prof Lisa J; McDermid, Dr Richard; Spitler, Dr Lee R; Couch, Prof Warrick J; Lawrence, Dr Jonathan S 2015 $430,000.00 Total $430,000.00 Primary FoR 0201 ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Australian Astronomical Observatory, Macquarie University, The Australian National University Administering Organisation The University of Sydney Project Summary Hector - a revolutionary spectrograph for understanding how galaxies evolve: The project team recently demonstrated the extraordinary power of a new Sydney-Australian Astronomical Observatory Multi-object Integral-field spectrograph (SAMI) at the Anglo-Australian Telescope. This early prototype demonstrated it was possible to place 13 hexabundles accurately onto the images of 13 galaxies and to obtain spectroscopy at 61 contiguous positions across each galaxy. This provides a wealth of information about stars and gas in each galaxy. SAMI has generated enormous interest in new science across the Australian and international community. This project intends to develop a far more powerful facility, 'Hector', that will allow us to answer new scientific questions. For the first time, we will learn how the properties of galaxies evolve with their surrounds, and what this tells us about how galaxies form. The University of Western Australia LE150100055 Driver, Prof Simon P; Robotham, A/Prof Aaron; Power, Prof Christopher B; Meyer, A/Prof Martin J; Couch, Prof Warrick J; Hopkins, A/Prof Andrew M; Sheinis, A/Prof Andrew; Lidman, Dr Christopher E; Brough, Dr Sarah; Colless, Prof Matthew; Asplund, Prof Martin; Schmidt, Prof Brian P; Drinkwater, Prof Michael J; Davis, A/Prof Tamara M; Parkinson, Dr David R; Glazebrook, Prof Karl; Blake, A/Prof Christopher A; Croton, A/Prof Darren J; Bland-Hawthorn, Prof Jonathan; Sadler, Prof Elaine M; Croom, A/Prof Scott M; Zucker, A/Prof Daniel B; McDermid, Dr Richard; Spitler, Dr Lee R; Jackson, Prof Carole A; Brown, Dr Michael J; Webster, Prof Rachel L 2015 $560,000.00 Total $560,000.00 Primary FoR 0201 ASTRONOMICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Melbourne, Australian Astronomical Observatory, The Australian National University, The University of Queensland, Swinburne University of Technology, The University of Sydney, Macquarie University, Curtin University of Technology, Monash University Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary The Australian European Southern Observatory Positioner (AESOP): The aim of the Australian European Southern Observatory Positioner (AESOP) is to fund the construction costs of an innovative instrument to be built in Australia and installed onto the European Southern Observatory's (ESO) VISTA telescope. Australia leads the world in fibrepositioning instrumentation and their scientific exploitation. This project will allow Australian researchers to take a leading role through major studies of the spatial distributions of galaxies. The outcomes of the project will be construction and delivery of an optical fibre-positioning system to the ESO, resulting in general access to the ESO's premier survey facility for eight Australian researchers. Page 3 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0202 ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, NUCLEAR, PARTICLE AND PLASMA PHYSICS The Australian National University LE150100064 Stuchbery, Prof Andrew E; Wallner, Dr Anton; Hinde, Prof David J; Williams, Dr Elizabeth T; Lane, Dr Gregory J 2015 $250,000.00 Total $250,000.00 Primary FoR 0202 ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, NUCLEAR, PARTICLE AND PLASMA PHYSICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Administering Organisation The Australian National University Project Summary New data acquisition capabilities for Australia's heavy ion accelerator facility: Australia's heavy ion accelerator facility supports a wide range of high quality research in pure and applied nuclear physics. This research relies upon multiparameter data acquisition, in which the pulses from many detectors are recorded event-by-event. By replacing the facility's obsolescent data acquisition system, this project aims to update and expand the capability for conventional analog data taking, to develop new capability for digital data acquisition, and to enable multiple users to take data at the same time. These features will greatly improve research possibilities and productivity for users of the heavy ion accelerator facility. The University of Melbourne LE150100073 Taylor, Prof Geoffrey N; Barberio, Prof Dr Elisabetta; Varvell, A/Prof Kevin E; Jackson, Dr Paul D; Urquijo, Dr Phillip 2015 $174,627.00 Total $174,627.00 Primary FoR 0202 ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, NUCLEAR, PARTICLE AND PLASMA PHYSICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Sydney, The University of Adelaide, European Organisation for Nuclear Research Administering Organisation The University of Melbourne Project Summary Australian contribution to CERN large hadron collider experiment upgrade: The discovery of the Higgs Boson with the ATLAS experiment at the CERN laboratory's large hadron collider, has been a highlight for Australian science. Scientists will build upon the foundation of the Higgs discovery to further probe the nature of matter at the finest scales and highest energies. Detailed measurements of the Higgs characteristics will determine if it is as predicted by the Standard Model or whether it admits a variation, signalling new physics. The upgrade in this project will provide for such detailed measurements. It will also allow sensitive probes of new physics, searching for new particles or unexpected interactions. Page 4 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Sydney LE150100076 Varvell, A/Prof Kevin E; Yabsley, Dr Bruce D; Urquijo, Dr Phillip; Sevior, A/Prof Martin E; Taylor, Prof Geoffrey N; Barberio, Prof Dr Elisabetta; Jackson, Dr Paul D 2015 $150,068.00 Total $150,068.00 Primary FoR 0202 ATOMIC, MOLECULAR, NUCLEAR, PARTICLE AND PLASMA PHYSICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Melbourne, The University of Adelaide Administering Organisation The University of Sydney Project Summary Australian participation in the Belle II experiment: This project will provide membership for Australian scientists of one of the key contemporary particle physics experiments, the Belle II experiment in Japan, and contribute to the purchase and installation of equipment for the Japanese facility. The Belle II experiment aims to search for a deeper theory of nature which will add significantly to our ability to answer questions such as why there is a preponderance of matter over antimatter in the Universe, and what is the nature of the dark matter which pervades it. This project will allow Australian scientists to pursue these questions in the coming years, with the additional benefit of increasing Australia's research profile in fundamental physics and its engagement with basic science in the Asia-Pacific region. Page 5 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0204 CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS Monash University LE150100060 Fuhrer, Prof Michael S; Edmonds, Dr Mark T; Riley, Prof John D; Pakes, A/Prof Christopher I; Hamilton, Prof Alexander R; Wang, Prof Xiaolin; Tadich, Dr Anton 2015 $370,000.00 Total $370,000.00 Primary FoR 0204 CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) La Trobe University, The University of New South Wales, University of Wollongong, Synchrotron Light Source Australia Pty Ltd Administering Organisation Monash University Project Summary Year-round accessible angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy facility: This project aims to create a year-round readily accessible facility for angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy combined with in situ scanning tunnelling microscopy, cementing Australia's leadership position in novel electronic materials research. The facility is the first of its kind in Australia, housed at the Australian Synchrotron, and accessible to a broad user base. The facility will be an essential tool for study of new electronic materials such as graphene, two-dimensional semiconductors, topological insulators, and superconductors. This research aims to lead to new thermoelectric, photovoltaic, superconducting, and computing devices, revolutionising the generation, transfer, storage, and use of electrical energy. The University of New South Wales LE150100151 Rogge, Prof Sven; Simmons, Prof Michelle Y; Hollenberg, Prof Lloyd C; McCallum, A/Prof Jeffrey C; Warschkow, Dr Oliver; Marks, A/Prof Nigel A; Sellars, A/Prof Matthew J 2015 $760,000.00 Total $760,000.00 Primary FoR 0204 CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Melbourne, The University of Sydney, The Australian National University, Curtin University of Technology Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary A low-temperature scanning tunnelling microscope: The project aims to establish a facility to exploit the spectroscopic and spatial resolution of an ultra-low temperature scanning tunnelling microscope in conjunction with atomically controlled dopant engineering. In a variety of experiments the research team will explore ultra-scaled transistors, quantum information science devices, and engineered quantum matter. Improving our ability to investigate semiconductor materials at the atomic scale impacts fields ranging from electronics, telecommunication, quantum information to renewable energy research and puts Australia at the forefront of the field of controlled atomic systems in semiconductors. Page 6 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0304 MEDICINAL AND BIOMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY The Flinders University of South Australia LE150100203 Michael, Dr Michael Z; Booker, A/Prof Grant W; Venter, Dr Henrietta; Pitson, Prof Stuart M; McKinnon, Prof Ross A; Abell, Prof Andrew D; Soole, A/Prof Kathleen L; Sykes, Prof Pamela J; Bruning, Dr John B 2015 $860,000.00 Total $860,000.00 Primary FoR 0304 MEDICINAL AND BIOMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, Bio Innovation SA Administering Organisation The Flinders University of South Australia Project Summary High throughput screening facility: The project aims to establish a high throughput screening facility (including a confocal cell imager and surface plasmon resonance facility) to provide researchers with access to equipment that will enable cultured cells to be screened with large libraries of chemicals or nucleic acids (over-expression, RNA interference, microRNAs, long non-coding RNAs). Cellular responses can be monitored by biochemical assays or detailed imaging. These screens will enable dissection of biological pathways and discovery of genes that regulate fundamental biological processes. Models will include microbial, plant and mammalian cells. The facility will also study inter-molecular interactions. Fragment-based lead discovery screens will generate novel reagents for studying protein and membrane biology. Page 7 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0305 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY James Cook University LE150100049 Junk, Prof Peter C; Oelgemoeller, A/Prof Michael; Vamvounis, Dr George; Hocking, Dr Rosalie K; Schaeffer, A/Prof Patrick M; Boland, Dr Martin P; Murthy, Dr Vinuthaa; Tan, Dr Yean Yeow; Wang, Dr Hao; Antwertinger, Dr Yasmin J 2015 $270,000.00 Total $270,000.00 Primary FoR 0305 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Charles Darwin University Administering Organisation James Cook University Project Summary Nuclear magnetic resonance facility for Northern Australia: Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy is a fundamentally and critically important technique in the characterisation of organic, inorganic and biological compounds. Research areas that will be supported by this facility include organometallic chemistry and the development of new materials and analytical sensors; organic photochemistry as applied in synthesis and degradation; and natural products, pharmaceutical, and inorganic chemistry, where multinuclear nuclear magnetic resonance is most important and applicable in drug design, development and delivery. The Australian National University LE150100127 Sherburn, Prof Michael S; Banwell, Prof Martin G; Hill, Prof Anthony F; Coote, Prof Michelle L; Easton, Prof Christopher J 2015 $360,000.00 Total $360,000.00 Primary FoR 0305 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Administering Organisation The Australian National University Project Summary Flow reactor chemical synthesis facility: This flow chemistry facility aims to greatly expand upon the traditional scale batch synthesis operations that are currently in use by organic, organometallic, biological and materials chemistry researchers while minimising environmental impact. The anticipated advantages of this facility are manifold and include both significantly enhanced capabilities (broader experimental/chemical space) and considerably improved safety and efficiency (no unstable intermediate accumulation, greater selectivity, cleaner products, reduced solvent requirements). Page 8 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0399 OTHER CHEMICAL SCIENCES The University of Melbourne LE150100048 Rayner, Prof Peter J; Schofield, Dr Robyn; Ristovski, Prof Zoran D; Nelson, Prof Peter F; Murphy (nee Paton-Walsh), Dr Clare; Bowie, A/Prof Andrew R; Belusic, Dr Danijel; Alexander, Dr Simon P; Keywood, Dr Melita D; Williams, Dr Alastair G; Jones, Dr Nicholas B; Lawson, Ms Sarah J; Wilson, A/Prof Stephen R; Ayoko, Prof Godwin A; Griffith, Prof David W; Miljevic, Dr Branka; Siems, A/Prof Steven T; Sinnott, Prof Richard 2015 $630,000.00 Total $630,000.00 Primary FoR 0399 OTHER CHEMICAL SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Queensland University of Technology, Macquarie University, University of Wollongong, Monash University, University of Tasmania, Australian Antarctic Division, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation Administering Organisation The University of Melbourne Project Summary Atmospheric integrated research on burdens and oxidative capacity: No single player in the Australian research community can make a large suite of atmospheric composition measurements, while the combined capability of the community is tremendous. Providing a platform to bring this capability together is cost effective and is expected to provide strong scientific return. This defines the requirements for Atmospheric Integrated Research on Burdens and Oxidative capacity (AIR-BOX) to make a valuable contribution to Australian Atmospheric Science research. This project aims to provide a suite of mobile equipment including a chemical ionisation mass spectrometer, an ultraviolet-visible radiation spectrometer, a mini micropulse lidar, an in situ Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, and a cloud condensation nuclei counter. It will be capable of remote and autonomous deployment, real-time data transfer and control, a wide range of tracer measurements, flexible configuration, and physical as well as tracer measurements. Page 9 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group University of Technology, Sydney LE150100015 Forbes, Prof Shari L; Roux, Prof Claude P; Stuart, A/Prof Barbara H; Fu, Dr Shanlin; Wallman, A/Prof James F; Roberts, Prof Richard G; van den Bergh, Dr Gerrit D; Donlon, Dr Denise; Adler, Dr Christina J; Shewan, Dr Louise G; Robertson, Prof James; Oxenham, A/Prof Marc F; Mallett, Dr Xanthe; Walsh, Dr Simon J; Wenger, Dr Eric; Found, Dr Bryan J; Hayes, Mr Robert J; Harris, Mr Scott M; Cole, Mr David; Dodson, Prof John R; Blau, Dr Soren; Archer, Dr Melanie S 2015 $430,000.00 Total $430,000.00 Primary FoR 0399 OTHER CHEMICAL SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation, Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, University of Wollongong, The University of Sydney, University of Canberra, The Australian National University, The University of New England, Australian Federal Police, Victoria Police, NSW Police Department Administering Organisation University of Technology, Sydney Project Summary Australian facility for taphonomic experimental research: The aim of this project is to establish a unique Australian research facility dedicated to studying the physical, chemical, and biological processes of human decomposition. This facility will be the first of its kind in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere, drawing together a collaborative team of experts in a broad range of taphonomy disciplines. The results of the research are expected to advance our limited understanding of the taphonomic processes acting on remains in a natural Australian environment. The outcomes will assist police and forensic services to improve their procedures for searching, locating, recovering, and identifying missing persons, victims of homicide, and victims of disaster on both a national and international scale. Page 10 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0401 ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES The University of New South Wales LE150100089 Pitman, Prof Andrew J; Williams, Mr Allan W; Hogg, Dr Andrew M; Lane, A/Prof Todd P; England, Prof Matthew H; Jakob, Prof Christian; Evans, A/Prof Jason P; Spence, Dr J. Paul P; Sherwood, Prof Steven C; Reeder, Prof Michael J; Karoly, Prof David J; Bindoff, Prof Nathaniel L; Catto, Dr Jennifer L; Nikurashin, Dr Maxim; Walsh, Reader Kevin; Holbrook, A/Prof Neil J; Schofield, Dr Robyn; Dommenget, Dr Dietmar; Downes, Dr Stephanie; Gayen, Dr Bishakhdatta; Hall, Prof Peter G; Pugh, Mr Tim F; Colman, Dr Robert; Hirst, Dr Anthony C; Moise, Dr Aurel F; Botten, Prof Lindsay C; Wilkinson, Dr Ross G 2015 $490,000.00 Total $490,000.00 Primary FoR 0401 ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Monash University, The Australian National University, The University of Melbourne, University of Tasmania, The Australian National Data Service, Bureau of Meteorology, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary Connecting big data with high performance computing for climate science: The ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate System Science is a key user of the National Computational Infrastructure facility (NCI). This research requires massive data integrated with high performance computing in an operational facility. Fast disk capacity that is simultaneously connected to NCI long-term storage, cloud and high performance computing severely limits use of the NCI. To resolve this limitation, 1.7 petabytes of storage will be installed to transform the efficiency of the facility. This will enable more ambitious science to be undertaken. This investment will be used to launch a transformation from petascale to exascale problems and communicate the lessons learned to other research communities in Australia. Page 11 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0402 GEOCHEMISTRY Southern Cross University LE150100007 Reichelt-Brushett, Dr Amanda J; Burton, A/Prof Edward D; Eyre, Prof Bradley D; Johnston, A/Prof Scott G; Sanders, Dr Christian J 2015 $170,000.00 Total $170,000.00 Primary FoR 0402 GEOCHEMISTRY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Administering Organisation Southern Cross University Project Summary Metal speciation for complex studies in changing environments: The Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer with a High Performance Liquid Chromatography front end (HPLC-ICP-MS) for metal speciation studies is a highly valuable extension of existing cutting edge infrastructure for geochemical research. Existing invertebrate culturing capacity will also enable unique opportunities for experimental studies driven by understanding metal speciation and uptake by organisms. This facility will be housed within a highly productive research environment providing new and novel capabilities to study abiotic and biotic interactions in changing environments. The University of Western Australia LE150100013 Kemp, Dr Anthony I; McCulloch, Prof Malcolm T; Fiorentini, Dr Marco; McCuaig, Prof Thompson C; Rate, Dr Andrew W; Clark, A/Prof Christopher F; Rasmussen, Prof Birger; Evans, Dr Noreen J; Reddy, Prof Steven M; Bland, Prof Philip A; Raimondo, Dr Thomas; Pearson, A/Prof Norman J; Belousova, Dr Elena; Jacob, Dr Dorrit E; Rubatto, Prof Daniela; Spandler, Dr Carl; Barnes, Dr Stephen J 2015 $860,000.00 Total $860,000.00 Primary FoR 0402 GEOCHEMISTRY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Curtin University of Technology, Macquarie University, University of South Australia, The Australian National University, James Cook University, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary Laser ablation multiple split streaming: This geochemical facility with an innovative, world-leading micro-analytical capability intends to support research of fundamental and strategic problems at the frontiers of the Earth and Environmental Sciences. The facility aims to allow new insight into the age, composition, thermal history and structure of the Australian continent, as necessary for delineating mineral endowment and for tracing the sources of ore metals. It will provide a higher resolution record of climate and environmental change which will better inform assessment of the impacts, both locally and regionally. It is intended that the facility will amplify national and international scientific collaboration and create unique research opportunities for Australian-based scientists. Page 12 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0403 GEOLOGY The Australian National University LE150100050 Yaxley, A/Prof Greg M; Hermann, Prof Joerg; Berry, Dr Andrew J; O'Neill, Prof Hugh S; Rapp, Dr Robert P; Boger, Dr Steven D; Woodhead, Prof Jonathan D; Gleadow, Prof Andrew J; Aye, A/Prof Lu; Sloggett, A/Prof Robyn J; Huston, Dr David L; Tomkins, Dr Andrew G; Nutman, A/Prof Allen P; Webb, Dr John A; McKnight, Mr Stafford W; Florentine, Dr Singarayer K 2015 $970,000.00 Total $970,000.00 Primary FoR 0403 GEOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Melbourne, Geoscience Australia, Monash University, University of Wollongong, La Trobe University, Federation University Australia Administering Organisation The Australian National University Project Summary A new national electron microprobe facility: Precise chemical microanalysis underpins research on Earth materials. The Electron Microprobe (EMP) is the main instrument to achieve this. It performs rapid quantitative analysis and element mapping on solid materials at micron resolution. This facility will support an impressive variety of research including experimental, igneous and metamorphic petrology and geochronology. It will foster increased collaboration between partner organisations including universities and major geoscience institutes. The University of Adelaide LE150100145 Collins, Prof Alan S; Glorie, Dr Stijn; Holford, Dr Simon P; Evans, Dr Noreen J; McInnes, Prof Brent I; Gleadow, Prof Andrew J; Reid, Dr Anthony J 2015 $170,000.00 Total $170,000.00 Primary FoR 0403 GEOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Melbourne, Curtin University of Technology, SA Department of Manufacturing, Innovation,Trade, Resources and Energy Administering Organisation The University of Adelaide Project Summary A thermochronometry hub: This project aims to set up a thermochronometry hub which will complement existing Australian geo- and thermochronological facilities by focussing on zircon fission track dating. This method will enable characterisation of the evolution of Australia's landscape, uncovering of its mineral deposits and constraining the formation of its petroleum reservoirs. The facility will enhance capacity to undertake thermochronological research and aid in securing the economic future of Australia. Page 13 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0404 GEOPHYSICS Curtin University of Technology LE150100065 Li, Prof Zheng-Xiang; Tohver, Dr Eric; Roberts, Prof Andrew P; Rosenbaum, A/Prof Gideon; O'Neill, Dr Craig J; Pisarevsky, Dr Sergei A; Clark, A/Prof Christopher F; Elders, Prof Christopher F; Bland, Prof Philip A; Wilde, Prof Simon A 2015 $560,000.00 Total $560,000.00 Primary FoR 0404 GEOPHYSICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Western Australia, The Australian National University, The University of Queensland, Macquarie University Administering Organisation Curtin University of Technology Project Summary A fully automated, fully shielded palaeomagnetic system: This project aims to establish the first fully automated and magnetically fully shielded superconducting palaeomagnetic data acquisition system in Australia. Palaeomagnetism is a key research field that has applications to a broad range of pure and applied geoscience disciplines. Australia has been a world leader in this field, including the application of palaeomagnetism to both global and regional tectonic studies. Palaeomagnetic studies demand a labour-intensive process of treating and measuring a large number of samples. The system will significantly enhance the efficiency and accuracy of palaeomagnetic analysis, and thus enhance Australia's research capacity in this and related research fields. University of Tasmania LE150100108 King, Prof Matt; Reading, Dr Anya M; Tregoning, Dr Paul; McClusky, Dr Simon ; Watson, Dr Christopher S; Domack, Prof Eugene; Pettit, Dr Erin C 2015 $190,000.00 Total $190,000.00 Primary FoR 0404 GEOPHYSICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The Australian National University, University of South Florida, USA, University of Alaska Administering Organisation University of Tasmania Project Summary Earth's response to ice unloading - a unique GPS measurement from Antarctica: This project aims to deploy geophysical equipment including global navigation satellite systems within Antarctica to understand how Earth responds to changes in stress (rheology) within the crust and upper mantle (the upper ~660 km). It exploits a globally-unique natural experiment that commenced in 2002 with the break-up of the Larsen B Ice Shelf and which was followed by large-scale ice-mass unloading and rapid surface deformation. New broadband passive seismic and geodetic deformation measurements offer the promise of resolving a dichotomy between laboratory and millennial-scale determinations of Earth rheology through uniquely studying a time-scale mid-way between these extremes, whilst further strengthening Australia's emerging expertise in polar geophysics. Page 14 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0406 PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCE The University of Western Australia LE150100139 Skrzypek, A/Prof Grzegorz D; Grierson, A/Prof Pauline F; Edwards, Dr Peter R; McCulloch, Prof Malcolm T; Grice, Prof Kliti 2015 $160,000.00 Total $160,000.00 Primary FoR 0406 PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCE Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Curtin University of Technology Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary Isotope analyser with delta-17-O capability to examine water fluxes: This project aims to investigate a range of processes, including quantifying evaporative losses, moisture recycling, groundwater-surface water interactions, and records of past climate in ice cores using novel capabilities for continuous measurement of triple oxygen isotopes (16-O, 17-O, 18-O) in water vapour. Enhanced understanding of water cycles is critical for understanding the discrete changes occurring in water regimes under changing climates and land use to efficiently manage our limited freshwater resources. The instrumentation is intended to put Australia at the forefront of new and emerging research in į17O analysis of water, an area that has potential to greatly improve our understanding of the water cycle within arid climates including Antarctica. Page 15 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Monash University LE150100110 Lithgow, Prof Trevor J; Ramm, Dr Georg; Strugnell, Prof Richard A; Hartland, Prof Elizabeth L; Hanssen, Dr Eric; Jans, Prof David A; Carroll, Prof John; Hertzog, Prof Paul J; Gleeson, Prof Paul A 2015 $300,000.00 Total $300,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Melbourne Administering Organisation Monash University Project Summary A video-rate nanoscopy facility for super-resolution imaging: Super-Resolution Microscopy (SRM) is a major frontier technology and is revolutionising our understanding of the structure and dynamics of cellular organisation. A video-rate SRM imaging facility will be established and is expected to bridge the gap between the functional dynamics and structure of living systems at the level of the single molecule. In leading international centres, breakthroughs are being made in understanding molecular mechanisms in cancer, infectious diseases and neuropathologies. Beyond purely biomedical considerations, SRM is redefining our knowledge of cellular architecture and will impact on our understanding of the fundamental biology of all plants, animals and micro organisms. LE150100132 Ramm, Dr Georg; Whisstock, Prof James C; Etheridge, Prof Joanne; Fu, Dr Jing; McCulloch, Prof Dougal G; Gaus, Prof Katharina; Bhaskaran, Dr Madhu; Birbilis, Prof Nick; Arns, Prof Christoph H; Manefield, A/Prof Michael J 2015 $860,000.00 Total $860,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of New South Wales, RMIT University Administering Organisation Monash University Project Summary 3D Cryo-FIBSEM imaging facility for biological and material sciences: The Cryo-Focused Ion Beam Scanning Electron Microscope (Cryo-FIBSEM) will reveal isometric 3D information on the structure and composition of specimens at the nanometre scale. The cryo-FIBSEM will be the first instrument of this type in Australia able to operate in a low temperature cryogenic mode. This will enable the imaging of vitrified biological materials in a near native state and of non-biological material to allow imaging of, for example, fluids, emulsions, gels and interfaces between biological and non-biological materials. Synergistic workflows incorporating unique high-end microscopes will enable the study of complex biological structures in their native context and atomic scale imaging of beam sensitive materials. Page 16 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Melbourne LE150100004 Hanssen, Dr Eric; Bacic, Prof Tony; McFadden, Prof Geoffrey I; McConville, Prof Malcolm J; Furness, Prof John B; McCulloch, Prof Dougal G; Bansal, A/Prof Vipul; North, Prof Kathryn N 2015 $540,000.00 Total $540,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) RMIT University, Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health Administering Organisation The University of Melbourne Project Summary An automated 3D electron microscopy facility: The aim of this project is to establish the next generation of electron microscopy facility, with a fully automated tool enabling 3D imaging. The automated serial section system incorporated in a scanning electron microscope circumvents the limitation of transmission electron microscopy, which provides unique insights into molecular structures and cell components at high resolution, however, the area and volume are limited in size to a few microns. This new type of microscope can image whole organisms and be used by non-electron microscopists. It will be housed in an open access facility and will meet a growing demand for 3D electron microscopy. LE150100011 Persson, Prof Staffan; Tilley, Prof Leann; McMillan, Dr Paul J; Bacic, Prof Tony; Bowman, Prof John L; Burton, A/Prof Rachel A; Anderson, Prof Marilyn A; Dichtl, Dr Bernhard; Fincher, Prof Geoffrey B; Whelan, Prof James M; McFadden, Prof Geoffrey I; Gleadow, A/Prof Roslyn M 2015 $346,439.00 Total $346,439.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Monash University, La Trobe University, Deakin University, The University of Adelaide Administering Organisation The University of Melbourne Project Summary Spinning disk confocal microscope with dual stages: This custom-built spinning disk confocal microscope with rotational stages will constitute an internationally unique platform. The system has the capability of rapidly monitoring cells in growing biological specimens under changing environments. It offers an integrated platform for multiple imaging strategies, including confocal and Total Internal Reflection Fluorescence (TIRF) microscopy. The system will reside in core facilities with open access to a broad research community. The system may be used to monitor a wide variety of cells and molecules, and will offer capabilities that are of importance to understand cell trafficking, disease and signalling, plant biomass production, and climate change. Page 17 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of New South Wales LE150100163 Gaus, Prof Katharina; Gooding, Prof John J; Boecking, Dr Till; Lee, Dr Lawrence; Whisstock, Prof James C; Rossjohn, Prof Jamie; Hertzog, Prof Paul J; Heath, Prof William R; Godfrey, Prof Dale I; Hatters, Dr Daniel M; Quiney, A/Prof Harry M; Abbey, Dr Brian; Braet, A/Prof Filip C; King Prof Nicholas J; Grau, Prof Georges E; van Oijen, Prof Antoine M; Goldys, Prof Ewa M; Mak, Prof Johnson; Meunier, Prof Frederic A; Yap, Prof Alpha S; Eyre, Dr Nicholas S; Russell, Prof Sarah M 2015 $560,000.00 Total $560,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Adelaide, Swinburne University of Technology, Monash University, The University of Melbourne, La Trobe University, The University of Sydney, University of Wollongong, Macquarie University, Deakin University, The University of Queensland Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary Single molecule imaging laboratory: The goal of the project is to establish a single molecule imaging laboratory to close the gap between structural imaging and cellular imaging. Utilising the expertise of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Advanced Molecular Imaging, the aim of the project is to design, build and apply three microscopes that go beyond the current commercial solutions for single molecule localisation microscopy such as Photo-Activation Localisation Microscopy (PALM) and Stochastic Optical Reconstruction Microscopy (STORM) and perform single molecule imaging: deep inside cells and tissue.The facility will have a fast acquisition rate to monitor highly dynamic molecular events, and improved precision to image molecules and complexes in intact cells with less than or equal to one nanometre resolution. There is currently no comparable imaging facility in the world. Page 18 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Queensland LE150100149 Hankamer, Prof Benjamin D; Landsberg, Dr Michael J; Mackay, Prof Joel P; Parton, Prof Robert G; Young, Prof Paul R; Monteiro, Prof Michael J; Stock, Dr Daniela 2015 $590,000.00 Total $590,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Sydney, Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute Administering Organisation The University of Queensland Project Summary High-resolution electron microscopy (EM): Direct electron detection cameras are a recent technological breakthrough delivering one of the greatest single advancements to the field of molecular cryo-EM. The aim of this project is to enable a 'first of a kind' cryo-EM platform in Australia enabling high-throughput atomic resolution protein structure determination. This will be achieved by integrating a state-of-the-art Gatan K2 Summit Direct Electron Detection camera system into the established cryo-EM facility managed by the University of Queensland node of the Australian Microscopy and Microanalysis Facility. This will offer unique and significantly improved capabilities for atomic resolution protein structure analysis, and will support a broad range of projects across the biological sciences. LE150100161 Ragan, Prof Mark A; Coin, Dr Lachlan J; Ranganathan, Prof Shoba; Gorse, Dr Alain-Dominique J; Lambert, Prof David M; Zhou, Prof Dr Yaoqi; Quinn, Prof Ronald J; Beagley, Prof Kenneth W; Liu, Dr Fei; Lewis, Prof Richard J; Little, Prof Melissa H; Mackay-Sim, Prof Alan 2015 $540,000.00 Total $540,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Griffith University, Macquarie University, Queensland University of Technology Administering Organisation The University of Queensland Project Summary A multi-omics platform for molecular evolution and developmental biology: The proposed multi-omics platform will provide the computational environment (consisting of data, computer hardware, software and workflows) required to undertake large scale 'omics based research projects within molecular evolution and developmental biology. The platform architecture is designed to accommodate the requirements of data intensive research in a collaborative environment where datasets, tools and workflows can be shared. Bringing together complementary expertise in molecular evolution and developmental biology, the platform will provide the opportunity to perform integrative analysis across genomes, transcriptomes, proteomes, metabalomes and epigenomes, providing a unique collaborative analytical platform for Australian researchers. Page 19 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Western Australia LE150100158 Millar, Prof Andrew H; Clode, A/Prof Peta L; Flematti, A/Prof Gavin R; Leedman, Prof Peter J; Zhang, Prof Dongke; Grice, Prof Kliti; Bunce, Prof Michael; Oliver, Prof Richard P; Tan, Dr KarChun; Trengove, A/Prof Robert D; Maker, Dr Garth L; Thompson, Prof Richard C; Wilton, Prof Stephen D; Martins, Prof Ralph N; Abbiss, Dr Chris R; Boyce, Dr Mary C 2015 $670,000.00 Total $670,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Curtin University of Technology, Murdoch University, Edith Cowan University Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary High resolution mass spectrometry for metabolomics and proteomics research: Ultra-high resolution mass spectrometry and capillary electrophoresis are expected to greatly enhance separation and mass analysis for multi-disciplinary research. Biological processes, and the metabolites and proteins that control them, will be analysed at rates, sensitivities and resolutions which are expected to significantly advance molecular and cell biology research. Multiple levels and types of fragmentation will allow complex experiments to be conducted and provide new mechanisms to aid plant and crop science, sports science, energy and resource science, and chemical toxicology. Comparative and systems biology, where analysis of rare or complex samples is a key requirement, will be strongly supported by these new facilities. LE150100066 Sampson, Prof David D; Collin, Prof Shaun P; Whiteley, Prof Andrew S; Mackey, Prof David A; Linden, A/Prof Matthew D; Berndt, Prof Michael C; Newsholme, Prof Philip; Verdile, A/Prof Giuseppe; Tirnitz-Parker, Dr Janina E; Nelson, Dr Delia J; Mallal, Prof Simon A; Ryan, Prof Una M; Stumbles, Dr Philip A; Maker, Dr Garth L; Martins, Prof Ralph N; Ziman, A/Prof Mel; Gray, Dr Elin S; Strickland, Dr Deborah H; Waithman, Dr Jason; Howlett, Dr Meegan; Foley, Dr Bree A 2015 $440,000.00 Total $440,000.00 Primary FoR 0601 BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Curtin University of Technology, Murdoch University, Edith Cowan University, Telethon Kids Institute Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary Mass cytometry - a breakthrough in multidimensional systems biology: Mass Cytometry by Time of Flight marries the resolution, specificity and sensitivity of atomic stable isotope mass spectrometry to the high-throughput, single-cell analytical advantages of flow cytometry. Using molecular probes conjugated with stable isotope tags, a large increase is possible in the number of simultaneous quantitative measurements in complex samples. These parameters, denoting cell type, function and signalling status, will make possible future advances in the understanding of the diversity of cell phenotype and function with a systems biology approach. Page 20 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0603 EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY Monash University LE150100083 Marshall, Dr Dustin J; White, Dr Craig R; Dowling, Dr Damian K; Hall, Dr Matthew D; Hoffmann, Prof Ary A; Phillips, Dr Benjamin L; Kearney, Dr Michael R; Sgro, Dr Carla M; Chown, Prof Steven L 2015 $540,000.00 Total $540,000.00 Primary FoR 0603 EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Melbourne, The University of Queensland Administering Organisation Monash University Project Summary A high throughput phenomics facility for pace of life traits in animals: This project seeks to create the first highthroughput phenomic facility for animals in Australia. The molecular revolution has brought unprecedented capacity to understand genetic variation. Genetic variation is now better understood and more easily and cheaply characterised than the physical traits that organisms exhibit. Linking phenotypic variation to genetic variation represents the major challenge in harnessing the power of the biomolecular age. This facility will accommodate animals from marine, freshwater and terrestrial systems across a diverse array of phyla. It will allow Australian researchers to leverage advances in high throughput genomic technologies to address a major bottleneck in biology. Page 21 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0604 GENETICS The University of New South Wales LE150100031 Wilkins, Prof Marc R; Cavicchioli, Prof Ricardo; Morris, A/Prof Kevin V; Thomas, A/Prof Torsten; Charles, Prof Ian G; Djordjevic, Prof Steven P; Darling, A/Prof Aaron; Petty, Dr Nicola K; Paulsen, Prof Ian T; Gillings, Prof Michael R; Holmes, Prof Edward C; James, Prof David E; Wade, Prof Claire M; Dinger, A/Prof Marcel E 2015 $630,000.00 Total $630,000.00 Primary FoR 0604 GENETICS Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) University of Technology, Sydney, Macquarie University, The University of Sydney, Garvan Institute of Medical Research Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary PacBio long read sequencer for the Ramaciotti Genomics Consortium of New South Wales: This will be one of the first PacBio sequencers for a service facility in Australia. Unlike other next-generation sequencers that have read lengths of 100 to 700 bases, the PacBio long read sequencer generates an average read length of 8,000 bases and a maximum of 20,000 bases. It will be used for research in genomics, metagenomics and transcriptomics. Page 22 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0606 PHYSIOLOGY The University of Adelaide LE150100037 Page, A/Prof Amanda J; Brierley, Dr Stuart; Dear, Prof Terence N; Hughes, Dr Patrick A; Keating A/Prof Damien J; Koblar, Prof Simon A; Licinio, Prof Dr Julio; Nicholls, Prof Stephen J; Proud, Prof Christopher G; Schwarz, Dr Quenten P; Wesselingh, Prof Steve; Wong, Prof Ma-Li; Young, Dr Richard L 2015 $170,000.00 Total $170,000.00 Primary FoR 0606 PHYSIOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute Ltd, The Flinders University of South Australia, University of South Australia Administering Organisation The University of Adelaide Project Summary Laser microdissection facility: Laser microdissection (LMD) is a proven and effective approach to isolate pure cell populations from heterogeneous tissue samples in order to analyse DNA, RNA, and protein content. LMD provides an important advantage to research engaged in basic biological research as it allows for molecular profiling at the cellular level that can not be achieved from whole tissue samples. This project will provide a LMD facility aimed at understanding many important biologically cellular mechanisms. Page 23 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0801 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND IMAGE PROCESSING The University of New South Wales LE150100090 Velonaki, A/Prof Mari; Rye, A/Prof David C; Dissanayake, Prof Gamini; Clifford, Prof Colin W; Liu, Prof Dikai; Pagnucco, A/Prof Maurice; Ramos, Dr Fabio T; Faux, A/Prof Steven 2015 $350,000.00 Total $350,000.00 Primary FoR 0801 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND IMAGE PROCESSING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Sydney, University of Technology, Sydney, St Vincent's Hospital Sydney Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary Facility for experimental human-robot interaction research: This project seeks to build an integrated facility for the multidisciplinary experimental study of human-robot interaction. The facility will consist of a variety of state-of-the-art sensors tailored to non-intrusively measure human location, limb posture and gesture, together with physiological measurements (heart rate, subcutaneous blood flow) that are linked to human intent and affective state. This capability will support a wide variety of multidisciplinary experimentation in human-robot interaction. Page 24 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0805 DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING The University of New South Wales LE150100030 Sivaraman, A/Prof Vijay; Roughan, Prof Matthew; Abolhasan, A/Prof Mehran; But, Dr Jason A; Varadharajan, Prof Vijay; Russell, Dr Craig L; Moors, Dr Timothy C; Safaei, Prof Farzad; Portmann, A/Prof Marius; Liang, A/Prof Weifa; Gregory, Dr Mark A; Jha, Prof Sanjay K; Taubman, Prof David S; Nguyen, Dr Hung X; Falkner, Dr Nickolas J; Mao, Prof Guoqiang; Braun, Prof Robin M; Armitage, Prof Grenville J; Tupakula, Dr Udaya K; Indulska, Prof Jadwiga; Strazdins, A/Prof Peter E; Raad, Dr Raad 2015 $270,000.00 Total $270,000.00 Primary FoR 0805 DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, The University of Adelaide, University of Technology, Sydney, Swinburne University of Technology, Macquarie University, The University of Queensland, The Australian National University, University of Wollongong, RMIT University Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary Test bed for wide-area software defined networking research: This project aims to develop a wide-area test bed, spanning ten organisations, for conducting research and experimentation in the emerging disruptive technology of Software Defined Networking (SDN). SDN is likely to bring long-term transformation to the networking industry, much like cloud computing did, by enabling dynamic virtualised elastic network services under software control. The test bed will empower Australian researchers in network technologies and dependent applications (for example, multimedia and security) to collaboratively develop and demonstrate novel ideas at scale. This is expected to benefit Australia by giving our researchers international recognition in this nascent area, and developing a national talent pool for local industry. Page 25 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0903 BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING The University of Western Australia LE150100078 Wallace, A/Prof Vincent P; Bond, Prof Charles S; Swaminatha-Iyer, Dr Killugudi L; St Pierre, Prof Timothy G; Martyniuk, Prof Mariusz; Poinern, Dr Gerrard E; Withayachumnankul, Dr Withawat; Fischer, Dr Bernd M; Appadoo, Dr Dominique R; Gordon, Prof Keith C; Falconer, Dr Robert; Siegel, Dr Peter; MacPherson, Asst Prof Emma 2015 $190,000.00 Total $190,000.00 Primary FoR 0903 BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Murdoch University, The University of Adelaide, Synchrotron Light Source Australia Pty Ltd, The University of Sheffield, UK, California Institute of Technology, USA, Chinese University of Hong Kong, University of Otago, NZ Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary An advanced multimodal terahertz spectroscopy and imaging system: Terahertz (THz) technology is in use in diverse applications from semiconductor inspection, metamaterials, biology and protein analysis, pharmaceutical sciences and formulations; security and surveillance, and biomedical imaging for burn assessment and cancer detection. This project will provide researchers with access to state-of-the-art THz spectroscopy and imaging facilities, resulting in high-impact outcomes across the physical and biological sciences and engineering, broadly contributing to Australia's economic and social well being. Page 26 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0904 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING The University of Queensland LE150100213 Rudolph, Prof Victor; Rufford, Dr Thomas E; Golding, Prof Suzanne D; Gurgenci, Prof Halim; Li, Dr Qin; Nguyen, Prof Nam-Trung; Bedrikovetski, Prof Pavel 2015 $180,000.00 Total $180,000.00 Primary FoR 0904 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Adelaide, Griffith University Administering Organisation The University of Queensland Project Summary X-ray transparent core flood apparatus: This facility is a novel X-ray transparent flow vessel and ancillaries for achieving direct, near-real-time, 3D measurement and visualisation of material flow inside rock samples. It will enable direct evaluation of how liquid, liquid-solid, gas-liquid and gas-liquid-solid flows behave in cores replicating conditions in underground reservoirs. The coal seam gas, shale gas and oil, and geothermal energy recovery rely on precise understanding and simulation of subsurface flow. This apparatus will provide a new method to measure and visualise otherwise inaccessible flow behaviour, at a high level of detail, providing characterisation and model validation data underpinning reservoir simulations. Page 27 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0905 CIVIL ENGINEERING Monash University LE150100058 Zhao, Prof Jian; Ranjith, Prof Pathegama G; Khalili, Prof Nasser; Dyskin, Prof Arcady V; Liyanapathirana, A/Prof Samanthika; Williams, Prof David J; Einav, Prof Itai; Karakus, Dr Murat; Sanjayan, Prof Jay G; Shen, A/Prof Luming; Ma, Prof Guowei; Wu, Dr Chengqing; Xu, A/Prof Chaoshui; Scheuermann, Dr Alexander; Pasternak, Prof Elena; Leo, A/Prof Chin J; Zhao, Dr GaoFeng; Perera, Dr Samintha 2015 $560,000.00 Total $560,000.00 Primary FoR 0905 CIVIL ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of New South Wales, The University of Western Australia, The University of Queensland, The University of Adelaide, Swinburne University of Technology, University of Western Sydney, The University of Sydney Administering Organisation Monash University Project Summary 3D compressed and monitored Hopkinson bar: The 3D compressed and monitored Hopkinson bar allows determination of the dynamic mechanical properties and fracturing behaviour of materials under such confinement. Understanding material behaviour under dynamic loading is essential in dealing with many engineering problems as excavation, fragmentation, earthquake, blasting, and structure design. In geotechnical and structure projects, materials are often subjected to existing confining stresses. The full-field optical techniques, with an ultra-high speed and resolution camera in the system, aims to assist the quantitative measurement of deformation fields including small strain induced in brittle material's failure and identification of constitutive parameters. The University of New South Wales LE150100130 Russell, A/Prof Adrian R; Khalili, Prof Nasser; Zhao, Dr GaoFeng; Khoshghalb, Dr Arman; Sloan, Prof Scott W; Kouretzis, Dr Georgios; Indraratna, Prof Buddhima N; Rujikiatkamjorn, A/Prof Cholachat; Cassidy, Prof Mark J; Gaudin, Prof Christophe; Williams, Prof David J; Scheuermann, Dr Alexander 2015 $320,000.00 Total $320,000.00 Primary FoR 0905 CIVIL ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Newcastle, University of Wollongong, The University of Western Australia, The University of Queensland Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary An earthquake shaking table to investigate soil-structure interactions: This project aims to develop Australia's most advanced earthquake shaking table. Earthquakes are a problem of great significance to Australia. Infrastructure in civil, transport, mining and energy sectors may be at an unacceptable risk of damage under earthquake loading as current design practices do not account for the interaction between infrastructure and the ground under such loading. The shaking table will simulate earthquakes and enable controlled testing of three-tonne models of foundation and soilstructure interaction systems typical of Australia's infrastructure. The discoveries made are expected to be integral to the modernisation of Australia's seismic design standards so that earthquake-induced damage and risk exposure can be minimised. Page 28 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0906 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING The University of Sydney LE150100021 Dong, Prof Zhao Y; Hill, Prof David J; Lu, Dr Dylan D; Verbic, Dr Gregor; Ma, Dr Jin; Muttaqi, A/Prof Kashem M; Sutanto, Prof Darmawan; Robinson, Dr Duane; Ciufo, Dr Philip P; Perera, Prof Sarath; Zhao, Dr JunHua; Ninness, Prof Brett M; Weller, A/Prof Steven R 2015 $430,000.00 Total $430,000.00 Primary FoR 0906 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) University of Wollongong, The University of Newcastle, The University of Hong Kong Administering Organisation The University of Sydney Project Summary Smart grid testing facility: This project aims to establish an essential part of infrastructure required for experimental research in the area of distributed resources under a smart grid. The innovative theoretical methodologies being developed under existing or completed research projects in this area will be validated through experimental research. The experimental platform is intended to help to resolve technical issues related to future power supply systems including real-time data from smart meters, application of vehicle to grid systems, demand management, control, and protection aspects under the uncertain nature of renewable energy sources. It is expected to bring together the researchers in this area for collaborative research. Page 29 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0909 GEOMATIC ENGINEERING Charles Darwin University LE150100181 Joyce, Dr Karen E; Maier, Dr Stefan W; Ambrosia, A/Prof Vincent G 2015 $183,413.00 Total $183,413.00 Primary FoR 0909 GEOMATIC ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The Australian Institute of Marine Science, Northern Territory Government, NASA Ames Research Center Administering Organisation Charles Darwin University Project Summary Fieldwork or remote sensing? The blurred line of unmanned airborne systems: The aim of the project is to develop a state-of-the-art Unmanned Airborne System (UAS) capability in support of field data acquisition. The system will provide highly detailed calibrated imagery of difficult or inaccessible survey sites and bridge the scale gap between in situ observations and imagery acquired by higher altitude airborne or satellite sensors. The UAS will have a diverse range of applications, including environmental monitoring, disaster management and recording sites of indigenous cultural significance. In addition, the system will be more flexible and cost effective than any other field or remote sensing tool. Monash University LE150100047 Walker, Prof Jeffrey P; Rüdiger, Dr Christoph; Karmakar, A/Prof Nemai C; Hacker, A/Prof Jorg M Lucas, Prof Richard M 2015 $540,000.00 Total $540,000.00 Primary FoR 0909 GEOMATIC ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The Flinders University of South Australia, The University of New South Wales Administering Organisation Monash University Project Summary A multi-frequency microwave radiometer system for environmental research: A new capability for airborne remote sensing of key environmental variables will be established. The unique P-, Ku- and Ka-band passive microwave radiometer system will provide information on soil moisture, surface temperature and vegetation, and allow for a new satellite concept to be demonstrated. By combining with an existing L-band radiometer, data can be collected simultaneously at P-, L-, Ku- and Ka-bands, with increased spatial resolutions accordingly. The shorter wavelength, but higher spatial resolution data can be used to enhance the spatial resolution of the longer wavelength data, resulting in a capability to derive long wavelength observations from space at unprecedented spatial resolution. Page 30 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group University of Tasmania LE150100105 Dickey, Prof John M; Lovell, Dr James E; Ellingsen, A/Prof Simon P; Reid, Dr Mark J; Titov, Dr Oleg; Shabala, Dr Stanislav; King, Prof Matt; Menten, Prof Karl M; Tzioumis, Dr Anastasios; Brunthaler, Dr Andreas; Gulyaev, Prof Sergei; Rawson, Mr Stephen 2015 $570,000.00 Total $570,000.00 Primary FoR 0909 GEOMATIC ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, USA, Geoscience Australia, Callisto, France, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, Auckland University of Technology Administering Organisation University of Tasmania Project Summary Broadband receivers for AuScope geodetic and astronomical applications: This project aims to develop an innovative broadband receiver system which will be deployed on the AuScope array of radio telescopes. This will enable the telescopes to play a key role in improving precision navigation both in Australia and throughout the Southern Hemisphere. The new receiver systems will significantly improve the capability of these facilities for both geodetic and astronomical investigations. Improvements to the accuracy of the terrestrial reference frame in Australia will allow more accurate measurements of changes in sea level, while high precision astrometric observations undertaken with the new receivers will be used to determine the structure of our Milky Way Galaxy. Page 31 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING Deakin University LE150100123 Stanford, Dr Nicole; Hodgson, Prof Peter D; Ferry, Prof Michael; Hutchinson, A/Prof Christopher R; Barnett, Prof Matthew R; Dorin, Dr Thomas H 2015 $190,000.00 Total $190,000.00 Primary FoR 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of New South Wales, Monash University Administering Organisation Deakin University Project Summary Quench and deformation dilatometer for studying phase transformations: The quenching and deformation dilatometer is a high precision thermal analysis tool used to measure phase transformations in situ. This technique can make timeresolved measurements of transformations under the extreme conditions of heating, cooling and deformation that are experienced during industrial processing. This instrument will be the only one in Australia capable of temperature changes above 2000 degrees Celsius and will also be the only one equipped with a cryogenic module. The instrument is intended to be used to characterise new processing technologies and new alloy systems such as advanced high strength steels, age hardenable magnesium, high entropy alloys, and cluster hardening aluminium alloys. RMIT University LE150100001 Sriram, Dr Sharath; Stoddart, A/Prof Paul R; Abbott, Prof Derek; Mulvaney, Prof Paul; Bilek, Prof Marcela M; Friend, Prof James R; Kalantar-zadeh, Prof Kourosh; Gibson, Dr Brant C; Bansal, A/Prof Vipul; Juodkazis, Prof Saulius; Notley, A/Prof Shannon; Ivanova, Prof Elena; Fumeaux, Prof Christophe; Withayachumnankul, Dr Withawat; Hill, Prof Andrew F; Dunstan, Prof David E; Lay, Prof Peter A; Palomba, Dr Stefano 2015 $410,000.00 Total $410,000.00 Primary FoR 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Swinburne University of Technology, The University of Adelaide, The University of Melbourne, The University of Sydney Administering Organisation RMIT University Project Summary Collaborative advanced spectroscopy facility for materials and devices: This project aims to enable advancements in electronics, photonics, biomedicine, and sensing through a collaborative, open access facility for advanced optical and chemical spectroscopy of thin films, materials, and devices. The intended capabilities include high-speed, precise and state-of-the-art spectroscopy tools which enable in situ characterisation at sub-micron scales and cryogenic temperatures, under bio-simulated environments, down to single pixel resolution, with parallel imaging and spectroscopy, and of fluids and biomaterials. The instrumentation will include cryogenic sub-micron photoluminescence and micro-Raman spectroscopy, single pixel optical and dark field spectroscopy, continuous wave terahertz time-domain spectroscopy, wide wavelength microscopic spectroscopy, and temperature-jump kinetics spectroscopy. It is expected that these complementary instruments will accelerate research in materials and devices for plasmonics, nanoelectronics, biomedicine, biochemistry, security, and forensic science. Page 32 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of New South Wales LE150100084 Seidel, Dr Jan; Micolich, A/Prof Adam P; Valanoor, Prof Nagarajan; Hamilton, Prof Alexander R; Ulrich, A/Prof Clemens; McKenzie, Prof David R 2015 $760,000.00 Total $760,000.00 Primary FoR 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Sydney Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary Next-generation electronic and magnetic materials characterisation facility: This project aims to address two major experimental capacity gaps in Australian infrastructure for research and development of novel electronic materials and nanoscale devices for future technologies. It will establish a facility featuring a state-of-the-art force-feedback scanning tunnelling microscope for studying insulating surfaces, such as ferroic films, and a magneto-directional electrical characterisation system with a unique nine Tesla full-sphere magnetic field rotation capacity for studying materials in the two to 300 Kelvin temperature range. This facility will bring important new tools to Australia, which is expected to enhance our international competitiveness in the development of next-generation electronic materials and device technologies. The University of Queensland LE150100153 Wang, Prof Lianzhou; Zhang, A/Prof Shanqing; Motta, A/Prof Nunzio; Jurcakova, Dr Denisa H; McFarland, Prof Eric W; Yun, Dr Jung Ho; Wang, Dr Hongxia; Halley, Prof Peter J 2015 $190,000.00 Total $190,000.00 Primary FoR 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Griffith University, Queensland University of Technology Administering Organisation The University of Queensland Project Summary A new integrated photo-electrochemical device fabrication and testing system: This project aims to establish an integrated fabrication and measuring system to fundamentally understand the photo-electrochemical reaction mechanisms of advanced materials in clean energy conversion and storage devices. The system combines a host of facilities (including thin film deposition and measurement) to form a unique research platform which underpins the development in many important industry sectors including new generation solar cells, sensors, and rechargeable batteries. The intended outcomes will lead to ground-breaking research in a variety of energy and environment related fields, including photo-electrochemical water purification, solar fuel generation, low cost solar cells, opto-electronics, and new energy storage devices. Page 33 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group University of South Australia LE150100187 Choudhury, Prof Namita R; Dutta, Prof Naba K; Losic, Prof Dusan; Lenehan, A/Prof Claire E; Raston, Prof Colin L; Andersson, Prof Mats R; Santos, Dr Abel; Ellis, Prof Amanda V; Follink, Prof Bart; Prestidge, Prof Clive A 2015 $290,000.00 Total $290,000.00 Primary FoR 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Adelaide, The Flinders University of South Australia Administering Organisation University of South Australia Project Summary Facility for high resolution imaging and material characterisation: The aim of this project is to establish a facility that will allow researchers to visualise and analyse structure at nanoscale resolutions. The development of the next generation of opto-electronics, electrochemical and biomedical devices requires tools that can quickly visualise and characterise complex materials at multiscale. The new collaborative nano infrared thermal analysis facility is essential to meet the demands of a large number of innovative projects conducted by multidisciplinary consortia of researchers. Located in state-of-the art laboratories and managed as open access resources, the facility will enable and advance research in the areas of energy harvesting, environmental monitoring, biomedical devices, food and pharmaceuticals. University of Wollongong LE150100043 Dou, Prof Shi Xue; Peleckis, Dr Germanas; Wang, Prof Xiaolin; Yi, Dr Jiabao; Mai, Prof YiuWing; Li, Dr Luhua; Lewis, Prof Roger A; Chen, Prof Ying I; Spinks, Prof Geoffrey M 2015 $420,000.00 Total $420,000.00 Primary FoR 0912 MATERIALS ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of New South Wales, The University of Sydney, Deakin University Administering Organisation University of Wollongong Project Summary New generation cryogen-free physical property measurement system: This project aims to establish a unique Australian research facility, a cryogen-free high magnetic field Dynacool Physical Property Measurement System (PPMS). With its comprehensive and versatile set of tools for precise electro- and opto-magnetic characterisation, the facility is expected to drive interdisciplinary collaborative efforts between over 50 researchers and across more than 25 Australian Research Council and other projects, with the aim to uncover new unconventional phenomena in superconductors, spintronic materials, topological insulators, conducting polymers, one- and two-dimensional micro- and nano-materials, and biomagnetic materials. Page 34 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0913 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING The University of Adelaide LE150100094 Cazzolato, A/Prof Benjamin S; Sammut, A/Prof Karl M; Thewlis, Dr Dominic; Wilson, Prof John L; Thomas, Prof Giles A; Griffith, Prof Michael C; Kotooussov, A/Prof Andrei G; Hansen, Em/Prof Colin H; Ng, Dr Ching Tai; Taylor, Prof Mark; Costi, Dr John J; Tang, Dr Youhong; Gad, Prof Emad; Ranmuthugala, Prof Susantha D; Ojeda Rabanal, Dr Roberto E; Wildy, Dr Stuart J 2015 $400,000.00 Total $400,000.00 Primary FoR 0913 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The Flinders University of South Australia, University of South Australia, Swinburne University of Technology, University of Tasmania Administering Organisation The University of Adelaide Project Summary Development of a world-class facility for three dimensional dynamic testing: This project aims to establish a world-class facility for multi-directional dynamic testing. Currently there are no such facilities in Australia. The ability to recreate dynamic motion in all available degrees-of-freedom opens up enormous fields of research not currently possible in Australia. This includes such areas as vibration testing, materials testing, biomechanics and human factors, blast and earthquake simulations, field robotics, automotive safety research, flight/vehicle simulation, and marine applications including sloshing of liquids and liquefaction of fines. In conjunction with a 3D laser doppler system this facility will be unique in the world for dynamic mechanical testing. Page 35 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 0999 OTHER ENGINEERING Deakin University LE150100079 Nahavandi, Prof Saeid; Shirinzadeh, Prof Bijan; Lim, A/Prof Chee Peng; Khosravi, Dr Abbas; Shi, Prof Peng; Chen, Dr Chao; Trinh, A/Prof Hieu M; Chung, Dr Hoam; Howe, Prof Robert 2015 $320,000.00 Total $320,000.00 Primary FoR 0999 OTHER ENGINEERING Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Monash University, The University of Adelaide, Harvard University, USA Administering Organisation Deakin University Project Summary A haptic-based immersive motion platform for human performance evaluation: This project aims to establish a motion platform capable of combining continuous centrifugal rotation and large linear displacement with an additional five degrees of motion. The system will house a human subject at the end of a large serial robot similar to a human arm, which can rotate continuously about its base. The robot arm will be installed on a large linear axis enabling the simulation of movements and accelerations along a straight path as well as rotation provided by other axes of the robot. The motion platform will comprise audio and visual devices, and haptic-based control mechanisms, for example a steering wheel and pedals or a helicopter cyclic, to provide a number of human immersed scenarios for driving/flying training and human perception evaluation. Page 36 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 1002 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY The University of Melbourne LE150100035 Stinear, A/Prof Timothy P; Seemann, Dr Torsten; Andrianopoulos, A/Prof Alex; Holt, Dr Kathryn E; Doerig, Prof Christian D; Rood, Prof Julian I; Turner, Prof Stephen J; Gasser, Prof Robin B; Balasubramanian, A/Prof Sureshkumar; Sunnucks, Dr Paul J 2015 $610,000.00 Total $610,000.00 Primary FoR 1002 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Monash University Administering Organisation The University of Melbourne Project Summary A single molecule real-time DNA sequencing facility: A PacBio SMRT sequencing facility will be established and used to accelerate ten specific research programs across a breadth of biological disciplines at two institutions. A specialised high throughput DNA sequencing technology called Single Molecule Real-Time (SMRT) sequencing developed by Pacific Biosciences (PacBio) is revolutionising biological research. SMRT sequencing allows researchers to discover important information in DNA and RNA molecules that are missed by other modern DNA sequencing approaches. It is expected that this facility will also be a key infrastructure resource for the wider scientific community, helping to address fundamental questions in biology. Page 37 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 1004 MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY Macquarie University LE150100177 Jin, A/Prof Dayong; Monro, Prof Tanya M; Braet, A/Prof Filip C; Gibson, Dr Brant C; Paulsen, Prof Ian T; Traini, A/Prof Daniela; Hutchinson, A/Prof Mark R; Greentree, A/Prof Andrew D; Chung, Prof Roger; Young, A/Prof Paul M; Willows, A/Prof Robert D; Lu, Dr Yiqing 2015 $440,000.00 Total $440,000.00 Primary FoR 1004 MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Adelaide, The University of Sydney, RMIT University Administering Organisation Macquarie University Project Summary National live cell scanning platform for nanoparticle tracking: The aim of the project is to establish a multi-disciplinary, multi-user, self-correlated scanning facility to reach a new level of temporal and spatial precision for real-time tracking and quantification of biomolecules and nanoparticles within large populations of living cells. The facility will consist of a live-cell spinning-disc confocal microscope, a correlated biological atomic force microscope, and remote access facilities. It is expected that with superior optical characterisation and mechanical manipulation, the automated orthogonal scanning facility will open new avenues to reveal unprecedented information from biological and pathological processes. The collaborative facility will support world-class researchers in the multi-disciplinary areas of physical, material and life sciences, placing Australia at the forefront of nanoscale biophotonics. Page 38 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Monash University LE150100088 McNaughton, Prof Donald; MacFarlane, Prof Douglas R; Cheng, A/Prof Wenlong; Bao, Dr Qiaoliang; Beattie, A/Prof David A; Beardall, Prof John; Robertson, Dr Evan G; Mechler, Dr Adam I; Tobin, Dr Mark J; Appadoo, Dr Dominique R; Puskar, Dr Ljiljana; Roberts, Prof Ann; Kou, Dr Shanshan; Lin, Dr Jiao; Smith, A/Prof Brian J; Kvansakul, Dr Marc; Perugini, A/Prof Matthew A 2015 $700,000.00 Total $700,000.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) University of South Australia, La Trobe University, Synchrotron Light Source Australia Pty Ltd, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication Administering Organisation Monash University Project Summary Nano infrared and sub micron raman spectroscopy and imaging: Near-field Infrared (IR) spectroscopy and imaging systems will be coupled to near-field scanning optical microscopes to provide IR spectroscopy and molecular images at less than 20 nanometre lateral resolution. This is unprecedented resolution for infrared fingerprinting and molecular imaging. For two months a year the spectroscopy system will be coupled to the IR beamline at the Australian synchrotron, to provide full IR spectral coverage available to all Australian and New Zealand scientists. A confocal raman spectrometer will be upgraded to the ultraviolet to provide spectra at less than 150 nanometre resolution. These systems will provide a unique Australian resource for nanoscientists, biomedical researchers and materials scientists requiring molecular information on the nanoscale. Queensland University of Technology LE150100067 Russell, Prof Pamela J; Gobe, A/Prof Glenda C; Hooper, A/Prof John D; Herington, Prof Adrian C; Langton, Prof Christian M; Thurecht, Dr Kristofer J; Brereton, Prof Ian M; Frazer, Prof Ian H; Fielding, Dr Andrew L; Hutmacher, Prof Dietmar W; Hill, Dr Michelle M; Forbes, Prof Josephine; Pettit, Dr Allison R; Johnston, Dr Kate 2015 $390,000.00 Total $390,000.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Queensland, The Translational Research Institute, Mater Medical Research Institute Administering Organisation Queensland University of Technology Project Summary The Vevo 2100 micro-ultrasound plus LAZR photoacoustic imaging platform: The Vevo/LAZR ultrasound/photoacoustic imaging facility will allow researchers to achieve multiple outcomes: to visualise and quantify, non-invasively, tissue and molecular structures; the movement and behaviour of cells; and the delivery patterns of administered imaging dyes and nanoparticles in mouse models and reconstructed tissues. This will enable researchers to obtain anatomical, functional, physiological and molecular data simultaneously and in real-time, with resolution down to 40 micrometres. This will translate into both user efficiency and laboratory cost effectiveness, but more significantly is expected to result in greater understanding of fundamental mechanisms regulating the body's cell and tissue functions. Page 39 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Adelaide LE150100040 Losic, Prof Dusan; Shapter, Prof Joseph G; Nann, Prof Thomas; Abbott, Prof Derek; Nyden, Prof Magnus; Skinner, Prof William M; Ellis, Prof Amanda V; Ebendorff-Heidepriem, A/Prof Heike; Quinton, A/Prof Jamie S; Santos, Dr Abel; Koeper, Dr Ingo; Xie, Dr Zonghan 2015 $330,000.00 Total $330,000.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) University of South Australia, The Flinders University of South Australia Administering Organisation The University of Adelaide Project Summary Advanced capabilities for surface engineering and nanolithography: This project will establish a facility for atomic layer deposition and nanolithography. Strong fabrication and engineering capabilities are key in keeping interdisciplinary research highly competitive. The applications of these cutting-edge surface nanoengineering technologies are enormous and include: development of new materials with new properties for sensing, biosensing, optical, photonic, electronic and medical devices, new metamaterials, solar cell, energy production and environmental protection. The University of Melbourne LE150100100 Caruso, Prof Frank; Rossjohn, Prof Jamie; McCluskey, Prof James; Villadangos, Prof Jose; Reynolds, Prof Eric C; Yan, Dr Yan; McArthur, Prof Grant; Neeson, Dr Paul 2015 $440,000.00 Total $440,000.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Monash University, Peter MacCallum Cancer Institute Administering Organisation The University of Melbourne Project Summary Cytometer by Time of Flight (CyTOF) - a new paradigm in cytometry: The acquisition of a Cytometer by Time of Flight will allow multiparametric characterisation of biological systems and quantitative analysis of nano-bio interactions at the single cell level. The convergence of nanotechnology with biomedicine offers unprecedented opportunities for biological applications, including targeted therapeutics. One of the major challenges lies in understanding the complex interactions between nanoengineered materials and biological systems. Page 40 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of New South Wales LE150100075 McCamey, Dr Dane R; Schmidt, Prof Timothy; Lakhwani, Dr Girish; Gooding, Prof John J; D'Alessandro, Dr Deanna M; Hart, Dr Judith N 2015 $240,000.00 Total $240,000.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of Sydney Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary Fabrication facility for oxygen-sensitive electronic materials: Turning new materials into functional devices is necessary before their benefits can be widely exploited. This project will provide researchers with a glovebox capability to make devices with materials that are degraded by exposure to oxygen. In particular, the project will use this equipment to make new electronics devices based on organic semiconducting materials, investigate oxygen-sensitive materials for energy storage, and undertake fundamental studies of surfaces and interfaces. The University of Sydney LE150100172 Eggleton, Prof Benjamin J; Reilly, Prof David J; Palomba, Dr Stefano; Fleming, Prof Simon C; Poulton, A/Prof Christopher G; Arnold, Dr Matthew D; Dzurak, Prof Andrew S; Mitchell, Prof Arnan D; de Sterke, Prof Carel M; Moss, Prof David J 2015 $270,000.00 Total $270,000.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) The University of New South Wales, RMIT University, University of Technology, Sydney Administering Organisation The University of Sydney Project Summary Inductively-coupled plasma etching facility: The aim of this project is to bring together an inductively-coupled plasma etcher with a high resolution tool for optical lithography to create a facility capable of producing nano-structures in silicon surfaces. Such structures are the basis of high performance photonic, nano-electronic, and MicroElectroMechanical (MEM) devices. The lithography tool is a step-and-repeat system capable of exceptionally high rates of throughput so this etcher will be a crucial enabling tool for efficient fabrication of nano-devices for research into quantum computing, high bandwidth, quantum-secure optical communications, renewable energy, and for applications in medicine. The etcher will be available for national access. Page 41 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group The University of Western Australia LE150100148 Low, Prof Paul J; Becker, Dr Thomas; Clode, A/Prof Peta L; Koutsantonis, Prof George A; Swaminatha-Iyer, Dr Killugudi L; Gale, Prof Julian D; Karton, Asst Prof Amir; Arrigan, Prof Damien; Ogden, Prof Mark I 2015 $150,916.00 Total $150,916.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Curtin University of Technology Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary A Scanning Tunnelling Microscope (STM)/Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) facility for electroactive materials characterisation: This project is expected to address an identified need for the characterisation of electroactive structures using scanning probe microscopy and builds on local expertise in allied methods. The instrumentation includes an electrochemical STM for electrical testing of molecular wires, switches, transistors and other single molecule electronic components, together with a pico-force tunnelling AFM (PF-TUNA) for the measurement and correlation of nano mechanical and electrical properties of fragile structures over larger areas. The facility will be a core asset for researchers that use electroactive material on conducting substrates in fields including fundamental corrosion science, nanotechnology, and moltronics. LE150100006 Sampson, Prof David D; Collin, Prof Shaun P; Hill, Prof Martin T; Liu, Prof Yinong; Saunders, Prof Martin; Reddy, Prof Steven M; Benedix, Dr Gretchen; Buckley, Prof Craig E; Evans, Dr Katy A; Rasmussen, Prof Birger; Zhang, A/Prof Lai Chang; Liu, A/Prof Zongwen; Anand, Dr Ravinder; Barnes, Dr Stephen J; Thompson, Prof Richard C; Senanayake, A/Prof Gamini 2015 $1,060,000.00 Total $1,060,000.00 Primary FoR 1007 NANOTECHNOLOGY Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Curtin University of Technology, The University of Sydney, Murdoch University, Edith Cowan University, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation Administering Organisation The University of Western Australia Project Summary Ultra-high resolution focussed ion beam facility: An ultra-high resolution dual beam facility (incorporating ion and electron beams) will provide 3D imaging, site-specific analysis and nano-machining to a wide range of internationally recognised Australian researchers across a broad spectrum of disciplines in the geosciences, engineering, biological and physical sciences. Providing critically needed access to this world-class infrastructure is expected to advance international competitiveness, leading to high-impact outcomes in smart materials, nanotechnology, bioscience, and geoscience, including support for the Australian resources sector. Page 42 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 1902 FILM, TELEVISION AND DIGITAL MEDIA The University of New South Wales LE150100081 Kenderdine, Prof Sarah I; Del Favero, Prof Dennis G; Thielscher, Prof Michael; Nakata, Prof Nicholas M; Ross, Dr Shawn A; Arthur, Prof Paul L; Lueg, Prof Christopher P; Bourke, A/Prof Paul D; Greuter, Dr Stefan; Gibson, Prof Ross J; Shaw, Prof Jeffrey; Kelly, Dr Lynda; Hart, Mr Tim; Neale, Ms Margo; Berry, Mr Drew 2015 $220,000.00 Total $220,000.00 Primary FoR 1902 FILM, TELEVISION AND DIGITAL MEDIA Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Australian National Maritime Museum, The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, AARNet Pty Ltd, Intersect Australia Ltd, University of Western Sydney, RMIT University, University of Canberra, The University of Western Australia, University of Tasmania, City University of Hong Kong, National Museum of Australia, Museum Victoria Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary DomeLab - an ultra-high resolution experimental fulldome: This project will establish the first ultra-high resolution (4000 x 4000 pixels) experimental fulldome in Australia (DomeLab). This fulldome facility will provide a powerful immersive dome-based video projection environment. Partners will work collaboratively across three themes: interactive media, future museology and experimental humanities. Through the national research services AARNet and Intersect's research data storage infrastructure, DomeLab will extend pioneering research in aesthetic frameworks and frontier technologies to benefit artistic, cultural, museological and humanities researchers. DomeLab is designed as a touring system and will be installed throughout the country at leading institutions. Page 43 Summary of Successful Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities Proposals for Funding Commencing in 2015 by Primary FoR Group 2103 HISTORICAL STUDIES The University of New South Wales LE150100051 Greenleaf, Prof Graham W; Mowbray, Prof Andrew S; Lunney, Prof Mark D; Twomey, Prof Anne F; Adams, Prof Michael A; Jones, Ms Judith S; Petrow, A/Prof Stefan; Nettelbeck, Prof Amanda E; Prest, Prof Wilfrid R; Finnane, Prof Mark J; Nielsen, Dr Jennifer M; Swain, A/Prof Warren M; Wells, Mr Andrew M; Genovese, Dr Ann L; Josev, Ms Tanya; Reynolds, Prof Rocque; Dorsett, Prof Shaunnagh G; Ailwood, Dr Sarah L; Sainsbury, Prof Maree T; Bond, Dr Catherine M; Stuhmcke, Prof Anita; Ford, Dr Lisa M; Stuckey, Prof Michael; Certoma, Prof Leroy; Williams, Prof John M; Appleby, Dr Gabrielle J; Kercher, Prof Bruce R; Kelly, A/Prof Catherine J; Handford, Prof Peter R 2015 $410,000.00 Total $410,000.00 Primary FoR 2103 HISTORICAL STUDIES Partner/Collaborating Eligible Organisation(s) Griffith University, Southern Cross University, The University of Melbourne, University of Canberra, University of Notre Dame Australia, The University of Western Australia, University of Technology, Sydney, The University of New England, The University of Sydney, University of Western Sydney, The University of Queensland, The Australian National University, University of Tasmania, The University of Adelaide Administering Organisation The University of New South Wales Project Summary The Australasian legal history libraries stage II: Australia's leading legal historians will partner with the Australasian Legal Information Institute (AustLII) to create a massive expansion of free online access to Australasian legal history through digitisation and data aggregation. The Legal History Libraries on AustLII will become a comprehensive trans- Tasman collection from 1788-1999, including all reported case series and those from colonial newspaper reports, and all Acts enacted, plus key collections of historical Bills, Gazettes, legal commentaries, and Parliamentary reports. The Libraries are expected to double in size from their current 50,000 items of cases and legislation. The Libraries will enable previously impractical access, comparative research, and international collaborations. Page 44
