FUTURES EXPO SERIES
Digital
Grid Futures Institute ( DGFI )
> Building interdisciplinary and translational research capability .
> Scoping career pathways that will emerge in the decarbonisation of the economy .
> Establishing interdisciplinary teams to meet industry calls for the social aspects of the energy transition .
Enabling the electrification of society for a smart , sustainable future through research , innovation , and education
Research group
Despite its transformative breakthroughs and advancements , academic research often doesn ’ t realise its full potential . This can limit its impact at a time when bold and ambitious research agendas are needed to decarbonise the energy grid .
Early-career researchers need help in bridging the gap from theory to practical application . Digital Grid Futures Institute ( DGFI ) is dedicated to crossing boundaries to foster collaboration and build the necessary capacity to deliver real-world impact .
Through DGFI ’ s Annual Seed Funding program , researchers gain autonomy to explore market-aligned translational activity and deliver a pipeline of new capability . This enables more meaningful connections with industry and a mindset of practical relevance among researchers , empowering them to address pressing issues like the energy transition .
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