Smart sensing for a smarter world
Sensors, by their very nature, detect, diagnose, monitor and respond to the world around them allowing pre-emptive and predictive responses in a vast range of settings.
Sensors are already part of our daily lives, found in even the most basic technology in our homes, offices and cars. It is the next-generation of sensors, known as smart sensors, where the exciting discoveries lie and which will shape our future economy and society.
Sensors that are wireless, distributed and networked will power the Internet of Things, Industry 4.0 and Smart Cities. They will drive the automation, AI and robotics that will revolutionise the way we grow food, generate energy and make things. Put simply, smart sensing will change the way we communicate, work, move and live.
The NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) was established in July 2016 with funding from the NSW State Government through the Office of the Chief Scientist & Engineer. It was founded on the premise that the economy and people of New South Wales face key challenges in energy, resources, manufacturing, the environment, transport, agriculture, space and health that cutting-edge research in smart sensing could play a critical role in solving.
The market for smart sensing across a broad range of industries is immense and growing. The NSSN brings together the world class research taking place in NSW universities with state government agencies and industry to develop innovative solutions to these key challenges and, at the same time, position NSW as a leader in sensing technology.
Our Vision
NSW is home to a thriving ecosystem for smart sensing innovation.
Our Mission
To accelerate solutions to complex and critical challenges by translating world-class smart sensing research.
Our Values
We are solutions-oriented – We take a lead in identifying challenging problems that our network can solve. We activate and accelerate the development of solutions. We are agile.
We are innovative – Our approach is pioneering as we drive research towards innovative products and services.
We are trusted – We are trusted to provide deep expertise and quality solutions. We build trust among collaborators.
We are collaborative – We co-design solutions. We bring people together across universities, disciplines, industry and government. Our team compliments capabilities of our Members.
We are impactful – We pursue research that benefits lives, the planet and the economy. We deliver on the investments of the NSW government, our members and partners.
We are diverse – People are at the heart of all that we do and our people represent rich diversity in all its forms. Diversity breeds innovation and we cultivate a culture of inclusion.
Our Objectives
Our objectives enable us to realise our vision and achieve our mission.
Build a thriving ecosystem for smart sensing innovation
Develop a larger and more dynamic smart sensing community
Enhance awareness and durability of the NSSN entity
NSSN Annual Report 2023/24
We are proud of the contribution we continue to make to the NSW innovation ecosystem and are excited by the evolving opportunities driven by the NSW Government’s bold vision.
We invite you to read on for a detailed report on the NSSN’s achievements in FY23/24.
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