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CSIRO — Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation
CSIRO — Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation manages $1.2B/yr and actually hits their targets. Grade: A — one of the few.
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$1.2B science agency generating measurable economic returns. Patent targets exceeded. Direct commercialisation income $170M. WiFi royalties, polymer bank notes, extended wear contact lens — durable national IP.
Annual Budget
$1.2B
Prior year: $1.2B (+2%)
Headcount
5,600 staff
$214K per employee
Budget Trend
→ Budget Flat
Performance Targets vs Actuals
Target
150 active patent families in commercial use
Actual
162 active patent families in commercial use; $1.4B estimated economic impact (2023–24 Annual Report)
Source: CSIRO 2023–24 Annual Report. Patent commercialisation: CSIRO Impact Framework.