Defence Innovation Network (DIN) is a university-led initiative of the NSW Government and the Defence Science and Technology Group to enhance NSW & ACT Defence industry capability through collaboration with government and academic research institutions.
Established in October 2017 and supported by eight leading universities, we focus on bringing world-class research capabilities and innovation to the defence sector and facilitate engagement between research groups that provide defence relevant technologies.
Our objectives
- Increase NSW capacity for defence R&D
- Foster collaboration between NSW industry and universities
- Increase NSW defence science investment through national & international defence R&D programs
- Support Australian STEM capacity and pathways to STEM careers in defence
Our core team

Dr Sophie Calabretto
Associate Director (DSTG)

Lucia Kralova
Network Manager

Lincoln Parker
Business Development
