This department encourages young scholars to conduct research on specific areas of science, technology and innovation — exploring how emerging technologies shape defence, security, economy, environment, and the future of humanity.
Research at the intersection of science, national defence, and strategic capability.
How scientific advances inform intelligence gathering and analysis.
Biology, biotechnology, and the science of living systems.
Climate, ecosystems, and environmental sustainability.
Applied engineering, materials, and industrial systems.
How research is designed, conducted, and validated.
AI, machine learning, and autonomous systems.
The human side of innovation — ideas that shape the future.
Economics of investment, growth, and technology.
Drivers of innovation-led economic growth.
How technological disruption reshapes economies and societies.
Breakthrough technologies that transform entire industries.
The ethical and strategic tensions of scientific progress.
Connectivity, networks, and the future of communication.
Tracking emerging trends in science and technology.
Astronomy, space science, and humanity's place in the cosmos.
The study of the universe, its origins, and its future.
Satellites, launch systems, and space exploration.
Foresight, scenarios, and long-term strategic thinking.
Digital conflict, cybersecurity, and information warfare.
Identity, authentication, and biological data.
Medical science, health technology, and human biology.
Philosophical inquiry into the nature of reality.
Animal health, livestock, and veterinary medicine.
Agriculture, botany, and plant biology.
Drug development, pharmacology, and medicine.
Peaceful applications of nuclear science and industry.
CSPS operates through six research and administrative departments. Explore the full structure of the Center.
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