The Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) is partof Australia’s Department of Defence. DSTO’s role is to ensurethe expert, impartial and innovative application of science andtechnology to the defence of Australia and its national interests.DSTO research supports Australia’s defence by:o Investigating future technologies for defence applications.o Ensuring Australia is a smart buyer of defence equipment.o Developing new defence capabilities.o Enhancing existing capabilities by increasing performanceand safety, and reducing the cost of ownership.

http://www.dsto.defence.gov.au