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We are Australia's Trust and Identity Capability for the national research infrastructure system.
AAF leads the Australian ORCID Consortium, enabling a globally unique persistent identifier for every researcher.
Connecting Australia’s research, teaching and learning communities
Seamless and trusted access for the Australian research and higher education sector*
AAF provides trusted access to national and international research services to enable Australian research and innovation
*1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025
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Supporting research for vulnerable communities
AURIN and the Australian Access Federation (AAF) enable access to data that underpins research to support a healthy society and addresses inequities in urban planning. Through integration with the AAF’s Federation, AURIN enables users from all sectors to seamlessly access critical datasets and analytical tools, driving forward research into Australia’s urban and regional development.
Connecting biodiversity and climate researchers to tackle one of the greatest challenges of our time
The Australian Access Federation (AAF) enables access to critical ecosystem research data at the Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Network (TERN Australia) and strengthens national collaboration.
Bridging Innovation: AAF and SAHMRI Connect South Australian Researchers for Better, More Equitable Healthcare
In a major step forward for South Australian research infrastructure, the AAF and the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) have deepened their collaboration, now supporting more than 700 researchers annually. The partnership is being hailed as a model for how secure digital access can drive innovation and equity in healthcare.
Enabling national and international researchers with open access to their state-of-the-art phenotyping
Australian Plant Phenomics Network’s connection to the Federation enables national and international researchers with open access to their state-of-the-art phenotyping.
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