Scientists say sector still under-funded after 2023 Federal Budget

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Professor Michael Kassiou in his University of Sydney laboratory (AAP) Credit: SUPPLIED/PR IMAGE

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The 2023 federal Budget has provided money for science and research technologies across Australia. But experts say the sector remains under-funded, and more support is still needed.

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