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…
Graphene helps supercapacitors muscle in on batteries
A team at Swinburne University is using graphene to make new types of batteries: a supercapacitor that charges extremely quickly.…
This ultra-thin wearable tech will help doctors look after patient health
The ongoing miniaturisation of semiconductors has enabled some big advances in wearable tech. The latest: a soft, stretchy, ultra thin sensor that can monitor patient vital signs.…
$30 for custom-made prosthetics? With 3D printing, it’s becoming possible
A biomedical engineering student at Monash University is using 3D printing to create low-cost prosthetics for people missing fingers.…
Australian takes the reins of the world’s largest engineering association
Dr Marlene Kanga leads the world’s largest engineering association, and she is intent on making sure engineers are heard loud and clear when it comes to building the global future.…