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Flinders University backs $270M initiative to strengthen Australia’s manufacturing sector

Flinders University has joined the $270.5 million Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC), a national initiative focused on advancing Australia’s manufacturing capabilities through additive manufacturing.

DroneShield secures $2.2M repeat order for anti-drone technology

ASX-listed DroneShield announced the receipt of a repeat order totalling $2.2 million from a European Government customer.

Luminous secures $4.9M from ARENA to deploy solar installation robots

Robotics company Luminous has been awarded $4.9 million as the inaugural recipient of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency’s (ARENA) $100 million Solar ScaleUp Challenge, a global initiative aimed at cutting the cost of large-scale solar projects through innovative solutions.

UNSW scientists develop proton battery for sustainable energy storage

A team of scientists at UNSW Sydney has developed an eco-friendly, high-performance organic battery that could reshape the future of energy storage. 

QUT scientist to battle breast cancer with 3D printing

3D printing never ceases to amaze- from 3D printing parts for aircraft to 3D printing food and all sorts of implants in medicine -...

Scientists develop 3D-printed ‘brain phantom’ for MRI research

A groundbreaking collaboration between the Medical University of Vienna (MedUni Vienna) and TU Wien has led to the creation of the world's first 3D-printed 'brain phantom', revolutionising neuroimaging techniques.

Synthetic biology advancements propose $30B opportunity for Australia

A collaborative effort between CSIRO and Main Sequence Ventures has unveiled Australia's strides in adhering to ten recommendations outlined in the National Synthetic Biology Roadmap, indicating significant progress towards a potentially lucrative industry.

Amazon to expand into SA, create more than 50 new jobs

Amazon, the world's largest online retailer, will expand its presence in South Australia with the opening of a new office at the state’s innovation...

Carbonix, GPC Electronics partner to advance Australian drone sector

Sydney-based companies Carbonix and GPC Electronics Group today announced a collaboration that will bring the sovereign capability of the Australian drone industry “a significant step forward. 

Seaport Therapeutics secures $100M to harness Monash invention

Seaport Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company in the clinical stage, centred on an innovative drug delivery system initially created by researchers from Monash University, announced the completion of a Series A funding round, which raised USD 100 million (AUD 154 million).
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AMCA Impact Study highlights AI’s role in improving HVAC safety compliance

A new AMCA Impact Study has highlighted the growing challenge of helping HVAC contractors access reliable safety and compliance information quickly, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses operating in Australia's highly regulated construction environment.