NCRIS facilities in SA

Metabolomics SA, hosted by the Australian Wine Research Institute, has established a new Omics Accelerator to expand South Australia’s capability in advanced biological analysis.

The initiative builds on the facility’s role within the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS), supporting industry-focused research and development across agriculture, environmental monitoring and biosecurity.

The accelerator will support improved pest diagnostics, genetic verification of planting material and honeybees, and earlier detection of plant viruses, helping South Australian industries translate research into practical and export-ready applications.

Director of Research at the Australian Wine Research Institute, Professor Markus Herderich, said the accelerator will strengthen South Australia’s research capability and support new collaboration with industry.

“Building on South Australia’s existing strengths in metabolomics, proteomics and genomics, the Omics Accelerator will position the state as a hub for ‘omics research, innovation and translation, fostering collaboration and new opportunities for industry," Professor Herderich said.

“The Omics Accelerator will fast-track the development and commercial adoption of ‘omics-based diagnostic services, helping move advanced biological research from the lab to real-world applications across agriculture and biosecurity.”