Industry
Evidence-based public policy needs engineers
As the Federal election approaches, the Government and Opposition are promising to give scientists a greater voice in public policy discussions.
Launch of deep technology incubator
ANSTO has formally launched the nandin Deep Technology Incubator to enable the best and the brightest minds to come together to foster innovation.
CRC for Low Carbon Living on track to reduce carbon emissions
The CRC for Low Carbon Living has revealed it is well on track to achieve its goal reduction in carbon emissions by 2020.
Australian cyber security revenue set to triple within a decade
Australia is well-placed to become a global cyber security leader and cyber security revenue is set to triple, according to AustCyber.
Adelaide startup’s Australian first CubeSats launch
On 11 November, Adelaide startup Fleet Space Technologies launched two CubeSats from New Zealand, marking the company’s first commercial satellite launch.
Space roadmap unlocks future growth opportunities for Australia
Australia’s space sector has the potential to become a global leader in areas such as deep space exploration, a new CSIRO report reveals.
La Trobe and German Aerospace Agency launch Earth observation camera
The partnership has launched a high resolution Earth Observation camera for installation on the International Space Station.
Australia, France join to build space industry capability
The Australian Space Agency and its French counterpart will work together to take full advantage of the rapidly expanding global space industry.
Boosting renewable hydrogen research
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency has awarded $22.1 million in funding to support hydrogen export research projects.
Agtech startup FluroSat infuses data for food security
An agtech startup is harnessing data from remote sensing to optimise farming practices and improve food security.
Education report urges greater connections between schools and industry
A Mitchell Institute education report reveals Australian schools lack industry connections.
CSIRO Energise app to map Australian energy usage
A CSIRO app will survey Australians about their energy use in order to gain a better understanding of the way we consume, generate and interact with energy.
Nano-science device produces ‘clean’ super-strength carbons
Enabling the production of materials such as graphene and sliced carbon nanotubes, with the bonus of not needing to use harsh or toxic chemicals in the manufacturing process.
Collaboration works
The outcomes of working together are more than simply the sum of the parts, says CRC Association CEO Tony Peacock.
Unearthing resource value
The CRC for Optimising Resource Extraction (CRC ORE) has developed environmentally sustainable technology to reduce waste and conserve water in the mining process.
Testing Australia’s top aircraft
A team at ANSTO has developed a treatment to repair and strengthen the outer shell of aircrafts.
Improving funding for mining and exploration companies
Key conversations at Science meets Parliament helps small Australian mining and exploration companies engage and work with MPs
Driving innovation in the Australian automotive sector
“Without that opportunity to get in front of a Parliamentarian to share my excitement and passion for my work, that may not have happened.”
Defence workforce is not just the Defence Force
There’s a critical need to drive STEM careers to improve our Defence Force. Military jobs now include drones and science, not just frontline defence.
AI transforms work as we know it
AI is disrupting even non-tech industries with an automation revolution. Experts urge us to focus on the human skills that give us an edge if we want to thrive in the AI future.
Australia’s economy is a House of Cards
Matt Barrie, Chief Executive of Freelancer.com, shares his concerns about the Australian economy.
Protecting innovation with intellectual property rights
Patent attorney Dr Gavin Recchia advises that intellectual property protection will help both researchers and entrepreneurs engage with industry.
Dr Larry Marshall’s National Press Club Address
Dr Larry Marshall’s Address to the National Press Club on November 8.
Delivering expertise for Australia’s critical infrastructure
The Energy Pipelines CRC is combining science and real-life experience to create innovative solutions to the myriad problems faced by the oil and gas pipeline sector.