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UQ researchers develop remote-controlled beetles for search and rescue missions
Researchers at the University of Queensland are developing technology that could one day turn common beetles into life-saving tools for search and rescue operations in disaster zones.
Northumbria University awarded EU grant to advance sustainable manufacturing in 3D-printed construction
Northumbria University has been awarded over €250,000 under the European Union’s Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Fellowship to drive research into sustainable manufacturing processes for 3D-printed construction materials.
UNSW-led research develops nanomaterial to harvest drinking water from air
Researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have spearheaded an international collaboration to create a nanomaterial that can extract clean drinking water from air moisture – offering hope to the 2.2 billion people globally without safe access to potable water.
UQ research finds patent laws lagging behind 3D bioprinting advances
University of Queensland research has found that outdated and inconsistent patent laws may be slowing progress in 3D bioprinting, a rapidly growing technology with the potential to create living tissues and organs for medical use.
Engineers turn water treatment sludge into sustainable concrete alternative
Engineers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have developed a new, environmentally friendly material that could reduce the high costs associated with maintaining Australia's ageing sewer infrastructure.
RMIT researchers turn low-grade clay into sustainable concrete breakthrough
Engineers at RMIT University have discovered a way to transform common, low-grade clay into a high-performance cement replacement, offering new opportunities in the push for sustainable construction materials.
ON Accelerate 9 teams secure over $33.8M in funding and investment
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has celebrated the achievements of its latest ON Accelerate cohort at a showcase event held in Melbourne, spotlighting the potential of deep tech to address major global and national challenges.
Charles Darwin University leads global ocean robot network backed by UNESCO
A new global network of ocean robots, designed to improve weather forecasting, maritime security, and marine research, has received formal endorsement from UNESCO following a proposal led by Charles Darwin University (CDU).
Grassroots food co-op linked to improved diets, less food insecurity – study
A community-run food cooperative is helping residents across New South Wales and the ACT access fresh produce more affordably – and its impact on food security and diet quality is now backed by academic research.
Hazer secures $2M funding to advance graphite commercialisation efforts
Hazer Group Ltd has announced it has secured more than $2 million in funding to support the next stage of its graphite commercialisation strategy, strengthening its collaboration with the University of Sydney under the Australian Research Council (ARC) Industry Fellowship scheme.
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