Industry

Research translation

We have a strong track record of turning world-first research into results.

Consultancies

You can benefit from our experience and leadership in the field of injury prevention.

ARC Linkage Grants

MIRI researchers have a strong track record of attracting ARC Linkage grants to combine our scientific expertise with the practical know-how of commercial and government partners. We are currently working on ARC sponsored projects with:

  • Department of Justice (VIC)
  • Department of Transport (DOT)
  • Transport Accident Commission (TAC)
  • Transport Safety Victoria
  • University of Southampton (in the United Kingdom)
  • VicTrack
  • Victoria Police
  • V/Line
  • VicRoads
  • Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC)

 

The creation of strong partnerships and the willingness to be innovative and trial new initiatives are important links in the injury prevention chain. We work cooperatively with private sector organisations to define the scope of research projects and encourage the adoption of injury prevention measures.

Such close collaborations are important, as our research can only be effective if our recommendations are implemented, evaluated and enforced. Without a strong relationship between our researchers and our industry partners, the injury prevention successes we have enjoyed so far would not have been possible.

The variety of fields our industry partners work within reflects the broad reach of our research activities. We have worked with automotive giants, energy and fuel companies, insurance and auditing professionals, public transport bodies and recreational service providers.

Our partners have come to trust us, and know they can depend on our scientists to translate research into practical, commercial benefits.

The SafeCar project

The SafeCar project is a joint research, development and evaluation project led by our researchers and experts from the Victorian Transport Accident Commission, and Ford Australia.

It aims to stimulate demand for in-vehicle Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) technologies among Australian company car fleet owners, and in the longer term the general community. These ITS technologies have significant potential to reduce the incidence and severity of road trauma.

As a part of the project, Ford passenger cars were equipped with ITS devices such as intelligent speed adaptation, following distance warning systems, seat belt reminders and reverse collision warning indicators. Drivers then sit behind the wheel of these fully equipped cars under the supervision of our behavioural safety experts who evaluate how motorists adapt to and use these potentially life-saving technologies.

The project brings together a broad range of local and international supporting partners from government and industry including Autoliv, Barker Technics Pty Ltd, Bosch, Digital Device Development Group Pty Ltd, Intelematics, OzTrak, PC Host, the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria, VicRoads, Victoria Police and Wiltronics Research Pty Ltd.

Our industry partners include:

  • Motor Accident Authority of NSW
  • Holden
  • Toyota
  • Polyem
  • Exxon-Mobil
  • Insurance Australia Ltd
  • Orica
  • NSW Royal Motoring Association
  • Royal Automobile Club of Victoria
  • CityLink
  • Sleep Diagnostics
  • ANCAP / NCRS
  • Colin Rees Group
  • Instinct & Reason Market Research Company
  • SERCO Consultants
  • Shell
  • OneSteel Newcastle
  • Yarra Trams
  • Australian Institute for Motor Sport Safety (AIMSS)
  • K&S Freighters Pty Ltd