Transforming Australian automotives

RMIT has secured funding to build an automotive centre that will direct the Australian automotive industry towards high-value exports.

Predicting property yields

New modelling of the Melbourne property market offers investors insights into rental yields.

Kick-starting student startups

UTS is powering up student-founded startups with its new Hatchery and Hatchery+ incubator programs.

Sport statistics offer transport solutions

A new mathematical theory offering insights into AFL could also be used to solve logistical problems in mining.

Remote mobile communication

A mobile phone system able to be operated in remote areas without a cellular network or internet access is being designed for the emergency services sector.

Software saves rainwater

New software developed by the University of South Australia is helping Southeast Asia’s buildings conserve rainwater.

Supercomputer empowers scientists

From designing better drugs to pondering the nature of gravity waves, the University of Western Australia’s new supercomputer is empowering big data research.

Parents and schools connect

A mobile application that bridges the communication gap between parents and schools in Australia is set to expand across the globe.

Brain-powered bionic spine

A thought-powered device that will enable paralysed people to walk is on the path to commercialisation, thanks to Australian neurologist Dr. Thomas Oxley.

Disruptive microgrid clusters

Microgrid clusters are making it easier to go off-grid as neighbours help each other manage peak energy loads.

A “vinnovative” solution

An innovative bottle closure with the potential to significantly reduce wine allergies is being developed in Australia’s most famous wine region.

New digital mentoring project announced

A new digital project will connect Indigenous Australians.

Australia’s first nanoscience facility launched

World-leading innovators visit for two-day conference in $150 million building.

HoloLens to revolutionise training

A leading global defence and security company is developing hi-tech industry applications for Microsoft’s HoloLens Platform.

Real-time irrigation monitoring

CRC CARE has developed new soil monitoring technology to provide farmers with cheaper, more immediate irrigation feedback.

Wearable diabetes patch

Scientists are working to take the sting out of controlling diabetes.

Fighting corrosion in the desert

Inspection technology using ultrasound and magnetic measurement helps to maintain natural gas pipelines.

Microcapsules for type-1 diabetes

Curtin University designs unique microcapsules for people with type-1 diabetes.

Australia’s STEM workforce

Australia’s Chief Scientist has released the first detailed analysis of Australia’s STEM workforce.

A 3D printed smile

Griffith University uses 3D tissue engineering to revolutionise dental disease.

Biobank speeds autism diagnosis

Australia’s first ever Biobank will speed up and improve autism diagnosis in children.

Australia’s biofuture

Australia is well positioned to take advantage of opportunities in the economic growth area of biocommodities.

Mining money-saver

Curtin University has created TopDump – a mine waste optimiser that could cut costs and reduce environmental damage.

The services boom

There are still profits to be extracted from mining in Australia, as long as we are willing to make some smart, clear-eyed choices.