Robert Henry is a distinguished researcher whose innovations in agricultural biotechnology together with a strong commitment to industry engagement have significantly enhanced Australia's competitive agricultural-market advantage. Professor Henry is renowned internationally for the quality and influence of his work spanning biotechnology, plant biochemistry and molecular biology and has earned the accolade of being one of the most highly cited scientists in agriculture in the past 20 years. Building from this base of research excellence is Professor Henry's record of achievement in high-impact industry outcomes, which has been a key enabler of the global competitiveness of Australian agriculture. He is currently Professor of Innovation in Agriculture at the University of Queensland.