Advisory Council of Science and Industry
16 March 1916 – 1920
Wartime Commonwealth advisory council that investigated scientific and industrial problems and promoted research for industry, the first step towards a national science agency.
How it came into existence
Set up by the Hughes government in 1916 by executive decision, after a conference of scientists, industrialists and government representatives convened by Prime Minister W. M. Hughes in January 1916. It worked through an executive committee and had no Commonwealth predecessor.
How it ended
Replaced by the Commonwealth Institute of Science and Industry, established under the Institute of Science and Industry Act 1920, which took over its research and advisory work.
Main functions
- Advice on scientific and industrial research
- Investigation of industrial problems arising from the war
- Coordination of special research committees
- Planning a permanent national institute of science and industry
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Prime Minister's Department.
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Sources
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