Leading the next wave of new and emerging technologies
From discovery to implementation, technological advancements move at a rapid pace. Digital disruptions such as cloud computing, machine learning, mobile devices, the Internet of Things, big data and artificial intelligence not only drive change, but also respond to it. Agile, multi-faceted solutions are the key to transforming industries and business models using digital solutions to create economic, political, health and environmental change.
At UniSA, our partnership model is centred on agility. We work closely with organisations across the technology, computing and AI sectors to ensure we can predict future trends and provide creative solutions that support future growth. We bring together researchers from multidisciplinary areas, including computer sciences, engineering, architecture, digital design, mathematical sciences, industrial design, psychology, and digital media.
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Inspiring young talent through project-based PhD opportunities is another way that we work with industry to support thought leadership and address the complex problems of our partners.  Our researchers and students work with industry on many projects, including:
With expert researchers and state-of-the-art facilities, we have the capabilities to work with partners on a range of sector related challenges and opportunities.
At UniSA, we match our research strengths and capability with the demands and opportunities of our partners, and maximise the mutual benefits of engagement.
UniSA is a globally connected university, collaborating with more than 2,500 companies worldwide. Hear from our partners and staff about their collaborations and engagement.
“The world is evolving faster than it ever has. With a smart and dedicated TTG and UniSA team, we will continue to maintain a heightened level of curiosity and focus on how we improve technology capability to drive sustainability in transport.”
Ben Dvoracek
Managing Director of ANZ Rail
TTG and Trapeze
“We came to UniSA with a fantasy… a customer request that we wanted to accomplish. The key thing was that UniSA didn’t sit back and wait for a list of requirements… they had a keen understanding of how both public safety and security really worked and what the product would need to do.”
Cameron Chell
CEO
Draganfly
“Saab Australia has enjoyed a productive relationship with UniSA’s IVE for several years through the development and support of student projects that involve AR/VR technology.
In 2020, this relationship grew to include participation in research that has won funding to explore advanced concepts in visualising machine learning outcomes.”
Dennis Medlow
R&D & University Engagement Manager
Saab Australia
“Accenture is thrilled to work with UniSA on the Innovation Academy, which will transform how we think about digital business education, give students real-world applicability, and contribute to the upskilling of Australian talent.
Our new partnership is built on trust and doing something different. I love working with the UniSA team on this – it’s refreshing and it’s exciting. ”
Jordan Griffiths
Operations Lead for Australia and New Zealand
Accenture
“Our commitment to comprehending and improving AI with Data Visualization extends beyond a technological endeavor; it is a safeguard for the future of human autonomy and informed decision-making.”
Dr Andrew Cunningham
Senior Lecturer
University of South Australia
The Enterprise Hub creates and sustains partnerships with organisations of all sizes, leveraging UniSA’s industry expertise and experience to solve problems, innovate and add value. Discover a range of services that can help you achieve your business goals.
As Australia’s University of Enterprise, our research centres work closely with industry on projects that deliver transformative improvements using smart technology, artificial intelligence, mixed reality, and more.
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My research has had a strong focus on augmented reality, virtual reality, wearable computers, and user interfaces. This focus has meant I have had the opportunity to work on a range of exciting projects with industry, including with CADwalk Global, BAE Systems Australia, CSIRO, and DST. With BAE Systems Australia, we are investigating, developing and producing smart manufacturing facilitating technologies to bring Industry 4.0 technologies to modern ship building. Projects with DST are investigating the future methods of providing interactive information to commanders in the command centre.
Architectural computing and design cognition are two of my main research areas. Applying this research to real-world issues is a key focus of mine, and through recent partnerships with Australian Institute of Architects South Australian Chapter, architecture studios such as Hames Sharley and ARM Architecture, and end-user organisation Uniting Communities, we explored innovative ways to integrate emerging technologies into architecture practice and education and studied their impact on design and designers. Using technologies such as Virtual and Augmented Reality, Building Information Modelling and Digital Twins, we can virtually test different design solutions and help improve the quality of and living experiences in the built environment. 
From building solar cars to designing energy policies that increase the use of renewable energy, I have worked with industry partners on many projects that focus on the application of scheduling and control methods to develop practical solutions to real-world problems. For over 23 years I have worked with TTG Transportation Technology to develop Energymiser, software that helps the international rail industry to optimise train scheduling, energy efficiency, and driver safety. Now that TTG has joined Modaxo, we are exploring how to improve not only the scheduling and control of trains, but also light rail and buses.
I am passionate about conceptualising and recording vernacular knowledge, architecture and cultural heritage in Australia and Indonesia. My colleagues and I from UniSA’s Australian Research Centre for Interactive and Virtual Environments [IVE] worked in partnership with local government to investigate and document colonial mining heritage in regional South Australia. As part of this research, we have collaborated with local Aboriginal Nations around cultural recognition and empowerment through cultural heritage preservation and curatorial opportunities.
UniSA offers a range of bachelor, master, PhD and Executive Education programs in IT, software engineering, information management, cybersecurity and project management that align to the sector’s needs in developing and transforming its future workforce.
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