Technology

Boehringer Ingelheim and Google partner for quantum pharma R&D
Quantum computing offers the potential to significantly accelerate and optimize the discovery of future new medicines for patients

Machine learning to help prevent seizures and monitor patients
Researchers from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, have developed new implantable devices equipped with machine learning to help prevent seizures and monitor patients after brain surgery.

Australian hospitals are under constant cyber attack.
Recently, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) issued warnings to Australian health-care providers that it had observed an increase in cyber incidents targeting the sector.


First-of-its-kind chatbot developed to support genetic counselling
Scientists at CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, in partnership with Melbourne Genomics Health Alliance, have developed an Australian-first digital conversation agent (a ‘chatbot’) that could support patients in making informed decisions about genomic testing for future health risks.


Three examples of bold quantum science
Accelerated by university research, quantum technology goes far beyond computers. Here are three examples of bold quantum science.


The Quantum Revolution scales up
Quantum mechanics began as curiosity-driven university research into fundamental physics, and now drives advances in everything from computing, communications, mining and medicine to finance.


ANSTO’s partnership with the National Robotics & Automation Group
The National Robotics and Automation Group (NRAG) has been established as a collaboration of leading Southern Sydney based industrial automation, robotics and technology companies.


Australia’s cybersecurity strategy
Australia’s long-awaited cybersecurity strategy, released yesterday, pledges to spend A$1.67 billion over the next ten years to improve online protection for businesses, individuals and the country as a whole.


Thinking beyond the barriers to innovation
Two CRCs give their insights into wrapping up research programs with optimal impact.


Early career researchers make a big impact
From bee breathalysers that detect disease to AI chatbots battling body image disorders, these early career researchers are thinking big.


Rostering for better health and productivity
Shift work and irregular rostered hours can worsen workers’ health, safety and productivity.


Towards smarter transport
Three years into its 10-year funding period, iMOVE Cooperative Research Centre shares some of its early successes and reflects on the value of its emerging collaborations and need for national coordination.


Transforming manufacturing: Industry 4.0
Embracing deep tech is transforming Australia’s manufacturing sector, which has faced big challenges, and opportunities, as globalisation impacts supply chains, competition ramps up internationally, and consumer markets expand and demand new, innovative products.


Cloud software to improve mining efficiency
Cloud-based software lets mining engineers improve mining efficiency in mining processes, then compare different scenarios across different time frames.


The future of battery power
Peak-proof renewable energy, advanced manufacturing growth and a long-lasting phone charge have one thing in common: innovation in battery power. The CRC for Future Battery Industries (FBICRC) and the CRC-P for Advanced Hybrid Batteries are charging up to take Australia’s homegrown industry to the next level.


Drops from thin air
A remarkable new material developed by the University of Sydney can extract water from air, and could change our future relationship with water.


CRC energy trading research leads to career success
Energy trading and asset financing company Power Ledger is heading OS with its blockchain-based peer-to-peer energy trading platform.


Energy data assets platform to drive decision-makers
The NEAR energy data assets program from CSIRO, AEMO and the Department of the Environment and Energy will provide an important resource for energy researchers.


Pioneering quantum physicist to lead Archer’s quantum technology
Archer Exploration Limited has hired a pioneering quantum physicist to lead the company’s quantum technology business.


7 questions with Frankl Open Science founder
Cognitive scientist and founder of Open Science platform Frankl Dr Jon Brock chats about the startup’s successes and why science needs more data sharing.


CSIRO invests $35M in future of space technology and AI
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, is investing $35M in frontier research in Space Technology and Artificial Intelligence.


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.



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.


Industry Minister launches 5th anniversary of Careers with STEM
Industry Minister, the Hon Karen Andrews, MP formally launched the 5th Careers with STEM: Code magazine on 2 November.