Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Researchers are getting excited about the potential of a fungus-like microbe taken from the pristine waters of South Australia.
Chopper deal revived
A re-hashed helicopter deal appears to be a bid for a key seat in the federal election.
Cyber needs rise
An escalation in global cybercrime has seen a rise in demand for cybersecurity professionals ...
Flour firm shift funded
A federal agency is helping manufacturing giant Manildra Group become less reliant on coal.
Germany backs chip boost
Germany’s government is seeking to attract chip makers to the country, putting up 14 billion euros (A$20.8 billion) in support.
VPP pilot progresses
A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) pilot project in WA has put together its first package of residentially-generated energy.
STEM boards open fields
Australian researchers have developed customised circuit boards to help encourage STEM knowledge...
Disease scanners shrinking
A new, microscopic imaging device could allow diagnosis of diseases on a smartphone.
Implant coating advanced
Australian researchers are working on a new antimicrobial coating to improve implants.
Millions set for manufacturing
The Victorian Government says it is creating a $120 million fund to boost manufacturing.
LNP pledges hydrogen hubs
The Morrison government’s election campaign has seen “hydrogen hubs” pledged around the country.
Local DARPA outlined
Major universities have backed calls for the creation of a new body focussed on funding defence-related research.
Power prices rising fast
Reliance on old technology is pushing up Australia’s wholesale power prices, and could lead to higher bills for households.
Ex-chief calls for frigate shift
Australia should scrap its $45 billion future frigate program, according to a former navy chief.
Bloodworm teething revealed
Scientists have discovered new secrets of a bizarre, metal-toothed worm.
Human waste site goes live
Queensland is now home to the Southern Hemisphere’s first human-waste-to-energy plant.
Beetaloo boost secured
The Commonwealth and Northern Territory governments have signed off on a funding deal to accelerate Beetaloo Basin gas production.