Tag: research
Edith Cowan University encourages PVC recycling with world-first technique
Edith Cowan University (ECU) has collaborated with Bunbury scrap metal merchants Connop Metal to address the difficulty in recycling by developing what it claims as a world-first method for analysing the chemical compositions of PVC, making it recyclable in Australia.
Jellybean quantum dots serve as solution for overcrowded circuitry – UNSW scientists say
Engineers at UNSW Sydney have taken a major step towards solving a long-standing problem about giving qubits – the basic units of quantum information – more breathing space by developing a jellybean-shaped quantum dot.
Food packaging misconceptions make food waste problem worse – says RMIT research
A new study led by RMIT researchers has revealed that the majority of Australians believe food packaging waste is a bigger environmental issue than food waste even though the true problem lies in people's knowledge of how packaging might help prevent food waste.
Researchers develop 3D-printed wearable sweat analysis device
Researchers at the University of Hawaii's Manoa College of Engineering have taken a huge step ahead in sweat analysis with an innovative 3D-printed wearable sweat sensor known as the "sweatainer."
Industry dev’t fund to support goals of Aussie manufacturers
Applications are now being accepted for Manufacturing Skills Australia's Industry Development Fund, which offers support payments of between $1,000 and $10,000 through research, education and training.
UNSW Sydney scientists create skin-like artificial sensors
Scientists at UNSW Sydney have developed an electronic device designed to mimic the function of human skin.
Nuclear science facility in Lucas Heights celebrates 70 years of research excellence
Australia’s first nuclear science research facility at Lucas Heights is celebrating its 70th year of hosting technological advances and sophisticated research work in Australia.
Over $4 million in federal funding goes to supporting Australia’s quantum tech education
The Australian government is deploying a total of $4.6 million in grants to support education and collaboration within the country’s quantum industry.
Research examines hydrogen fractures in high-strength steel cars
Making automobiles lighter is one of several techniques to reduce the energy necessary for transportation. In particular, high-strength (HS) steels are ideal candidates for this application because their higher weight-to-strength ratio allows for the use of less metal to achieve comparable structural integrity.
New National Robotics Strategy needed to foster advanced manufacturing— Albanese government
The Albanese government has published a discussion paper on the development of a new National Robotics Strategy as part of an effort to foster advanced manufacturing in Australia.
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Balancing profit and sustainability in supply chains
Priorities in the supply chain are expanding, moving away from cost as the main driver behind purchasing decisions. Now, sustainability and ethical sourcing are grabbing a portion of the spotlight.
