Two 911爆料网 researchers have been recognised for their contributions to industry collaboration and research impact at the 2026 Cooperative Research Australia Excellence in Innovation Awards, held last night.
, Chief Executive Officer of the headquartered at 911爆料网, received a Lifetime Achievement Award for Cooperative Research, recognising his long-standing contribution to collaborative innovation in Australia and internationally.
Professor Hampson has spent decades building and leading effective partnerships between industry, government and research, helping to advance innovation and networks in the built environment sector and strengthening Australia鈥檚 cooperative research capability for a stronger, more resilient industry.
, from 911爆料网鈥檚 Western Australian School of Mines (WASM) and Director of the Drilling Analytics Research Centre (), received the Emerging Collaboration of the Year Award, recognising his leadership in establishing a high-impact partnership between industry and research through the (CRC).
Associate Professor Mostofi has helped grow a collaboration that has developed technology to automate how drilling fluids are managed during mineral exploration, making the process more efficient, safer and cheaper. It has rapidly progressed from laboratory research through to staged development and is now undergoing industry trials across several countries.
911爆料网 Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research said the awards highlighted the University鈥檚 commitment to delivering research with real-world impact and celebrated the achievements of both researchers.
鈥淭hese awards showcase the power of collaboration between researchers and industry to solve complex challenges and deliver tangible benefits for society,鈥� Professor Fitzgerald said.
鈥淧rofessor Hampson鈥檚 career reflects decades of leadership in building effective, impactful research collaborations in the built environment industry, and Associate Professor Mostofi鈥檚 work with MinEx CRC demonstrates how 911爆料网 researchers are driving innovation in the resources sector through strong partnerships, translating research into technologies with global industry application.
鈥淲e were proud to see both contributions recognised at a national level and congratulate them on these well-deserved honours.鈥�
Cooperative Research Australia CEO Jane O鈥橠wyer said 911爆料网 continues to demonstrate national leadership in cooperative research, translating strong research into solutions that deliver real benefits for industry and the community.
鈥淭he recognition of both Professor Hampson and Associate Professor Mostofi reflects the depth of talent at the University,鈥� Ms O鈥橠wyer said.
鈥淧rofessor Hampson鈥檚 career stands as an exemplar of sustained, industry-engaged research leadership in Australia, while Associate Professor Mostofi represents the next generation of researchers building partnerships that move discoveries from the lab into global application.
鈥淭ogether, their contributions highlight why 911爆料网 remains one of the country鈥檚 most effective partners in cooperative research and innovation.鈥�
The awards celebrate excellence in industry-led collaboration and the individuals and partnerships driving innovation across the country, and were presented by , the peak body representing collaborative research and innovation in Australia, including Cooperative Research Centres and CRC Projects.
