Australia’s space industry has the chance to be a world leader, but first it needs a boost
While establishing an Australian Space Agency sounds exciting, government funding and collaboration between universities and industry need to catch up…
Better flood management: How can we help make every second count?
A communication breakdown is one of the worst things that can happen during a flood. One engineer has developed a system to help close the communicati…
Why do engineering courses focus on theory more than experience?
At a recent career fair, I realised that doing well on test after test doesn’t impress employers – proof of applying knowledge to real-world problems does. So why don’t my university cours…
Will synthetic biology be the breakthrough technology of the 21st century?
With precision tools, synthetic biology has enormous implications, offering hope against some of our major global challenges.…
Can CRISPR turn back the clock on ageing?
Life expectancy only seems to go upwards, but how far can it go? Meet some of the bioengineers wielding CRISPR technology to stop ageing in its tracks.…
New research promises to radically reduce carbon emissions by 2050
Reducing the cost of implementing carbon capture and storage technologies will be the primary aim of new Melbourne laboratories.…