Blockchain Research and Development Laboratory
The Blockchain Research and Development Laboratory (BRDL) has been established by Curtin University in partnership with Natsoft Corporation.
The BRDL will focus on solving real-world industry problems using blockchain along, with other disruptive technologies. The BRDL will be a hub for the research, education, development and implementation of blockchain solutions and will collaborate with other laboratories at Curtin and industry solution providers to develop breakthrough innovations.

Vision, Mission and Charter
Our vision is to carry out applied research and development projects of national and global relevance, focusing on how blockchain and other disruptive technologies are transforming the world we live in today.
Our mission is to build academic collaborations with other universities and blockchain research organizations from across the globe to serve the needs of industries which are looking to transform their business through innovative blockchain solutions.
- We aim to provide training and mentoring opportunities for scholars who are interested in pursuing research in this area, and provide them with a unique experience of how research and development work hand in hand for implementing solutions based on industry needs.
- We will upskill and prepare the workforce for a blockchain based economy by providing relevant education and training programs.
- Our objective is to create an opportunity for academics, scholars, students, faculty, scientists and entrepreneurs to come together to create and deploy technology that positively impacts industry and governments, and prepares them for digital transformation.

Industry Engagement
The Blockchain Research and Development Laboratory offers consultancy & advisory services, as well as corporate training for organisations interested in developing and utilising blockchain solutions.
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Our research
The research being undertaken by the Blockchain Research and Development Laboratory aims to align with Western Australian industry initiatives around digital enablement and accelerating the implementation of blockchain solutions.
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