Tag: Monash University
Monash scientists develop natural plastics from food waste for packaging
Researchers at Monash University have developed natural plastic films made from food waste sugars, with potential to provide compostable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics used in everyday packaging.
Monash scientists identify methane-producing microbes in coastal ecosystems
A new study from Monash University has found that sandy coastlines, which cover about half of the world’s continental margins, are a previously unrecognised source of methane emissions.
Monash scientists pioneer targeted mRNA delivery method in new study
Australian researchers from Monash University have developed a novel method to improve the delivery of mRNA to target cells, potentially paving the way for a new generation of mRNA medicines beyond vaccines.
Breakthrough Victoria and Monash University back health tech startups with $2.25M investment
Breakthrough Victoria and Monash University have jointly invested $2.25 million in three emerging startups – Myostellar, Fyton Bio, and Remagine Labs – with the goal of developing technologies that could ease pressure on Victoria’s health system and deliver global health benefits.
Monash launches $15M Fund to back research-driven spinouts
Monash University has launched the Monash Ventures Pre-Seed Fund, a $15 million initiative aimed at accelerating the commercialisation of research by investing in early-stage spinout companies.
Monash University leads push for recycled plastic tram platforms in Melbourne
Recycled plastics could soon be used to construct tram stop platforms across Melbourne as part of an ambitious project led by Monash University in partnership with Yarra Trams and industry collaborators.
Monash researchers urge wind sector to protect seabirds with ecological data
As Australia’s shift to renewable energy gains pace, Monash University researchers are calling on the wind industry to use ecological data on seabird flight behaviour to help prevent wildlife collisions with offshore turbines.
Monash joins US-led effort to deliver hospital-grade imaging to remote areas
Monash University is leading the design of a new lightweight, mobile CT scanner as part of a $25 million contract awarded through the United States’ Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).
AI achieves 91% accuracy in detecting contaminated construction wood, Monash study finds
A new artificial intelligence (AI) system developed by researchers from Monash University and Charles Darwin University (CDU) has demonstrated a 91 per cent accuracy rate in identifying contaminated construction and demolition wood waste.
Monash researchers pioneer solar storage solution with liquid battery
Engineers from Monash University have developed a new type of water-based flow battery that could help Australian households store rooftop solar energy more safely, efficiently, and affordably than current lithium-ion systems.
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