Tag: science
Researchers use magnets to minimise flaws in 3D-printed parts
Researchers at University College London (UCL) and the University of Greenwich have demonstrated a new technique that could significantly enhance the quality of 3D-printed components for safety-critical applications, such as aircraft and Formula 1 racing cars.
Australian-led science breakthrough to boost biofuel production without impacting food security
An Australian scientific breakthrough, the Biomass Oil Project, is poised to transform biofuel production by increasing oil yields from plants without impacting food supplies.
Australian gov’t invests $11 million in future defence STEM talent
The Australian Government is reinforcing its commitment to expanding Australia’s defence industry workforce with the launch of the Schools Pathways Program: Open Competitive Grant Opportunity.
Revolutionary 3D printing technique creates elastic, durable biomaterials
A team from CU Boulder and the University of Pennsylvania has developed a 3D printing method to create materials that are elastic for heartbeats, tough for joints, and customisable for patient-specific needs.
ATSE urges swift action on science investment in federal budget
Immediate and sustained investment in Australian science and innovation is deemed essential by the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE), as highlighted in their response to the Federal Budget.
Argonne researchers develop AI approach to detect flaws of 3D-printed parts
A research team led by the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Virginia (UVA) has developed various imaging and machine-learning techniques to detect and predict the formation of pores in 3D-printed metals in real time with near-perfect accuracy.
Australian universities join hands to address STEM gender gap
The University of Adelaide, RMIT University (RMIT) and University of Technology Sydney (UTS) are set to team up on a national Women in STEM (WiSTEM) outreach program that aims to close the gender gap in STEM subjects in primary and secondary schools.
Atom by atom: new silicon computer chip technique opens up quantum computing construction possibilities
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Quantum computers could be constructed cheaply and reliably using a new technique perfected by a University of Melbourne-led team...
Aussie researchers develop tool to track countries’ resource footprints
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, in collaboration with researchers from the University of Sydney, UNSW Sydney, Vienna University, and the United Nations Environment Programme...
CSIRO and Google announce five-year $1bn partnership
Google Australia has announced a $1 billion Digital Future Initiative investing in Australian infrastructure, research and partnerships.
Aimed at accelerating Australia’s progress to becoming a...
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Circular beds: Revolutionising sustainable bedding in Australia
A new wave of innovation is transforming the Australian manufacturing sector, with sustainability at its core. ROBOVOID, in collaboration with Swinburne University, GT Recycling, and Sustainability Victoria, has developed a groundbreaking bed base made entirely from recycled plastic.
