Biotech Updates

CSIRO Sets Up Biotech Labs

August 20, 2009

A new AU$14.7 million building containing state-of-the-art biotechnology research laboratories is now ready for use at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) in Canberra, Australia. "These new laboratories will enhance CSIRO's ability to help Australian industries move to the bioeconomy, an economy with the potential to reduce Australia's reliance on traditional sources of energy," said Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research Kim Carr who officially opened the building on August 17, 2009.

The laboratories are designed to comply with the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator's PC2 safety rating. They will facilitate collaborative research with many of CSIRO's partners from research corporations, universities, multinational companies and other CSIRO divisions.

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