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Aston University advances 3D printing of light metals with new mathematical model
Aston University, a public research university in Birmingham, England, has initiated a pioneering project aimed at developing a sophisticated mathematical model to enhance the process of liquid metal casting.
Australia could raise billions through plastic packaging waste tax – research
New research has found that the Australian government has the opportunity to raise approximately $1.5 billion annually by imposing a levy on businesses that import or manufacture plastic packaging.
ECU research on supply chain risks receives ARC grant
Edith Cowan University has secured a $349,108 grant from the Australian Research Council (ARC) for a research project that aims to help supply chain companies model and effectively manage uncertainties faced by their upstream suppliers.
UQ researchers unveil 4D printing technology to revolutionise soft robotics
Researchers from the University of Queensland have introduced a new 4D printing technology that is capable of producing shape-shifting liquid metals for soft robotics.
Deakin-Cisco quantum computing research receives CSIRO funding
CSIRO has awarded a $332,000 funding boost to a Deakin University-led quantum computing project as part of the $3.6 million Next Generation Quantum Graduates Program.
UNSW engineers develop tech to prolong aqueous zinc battery rechargeability
Researchers from UNSW have unveiled a scalable solution to overcome the rechargeability challenges of aqueous rechargeable zinc battery (AZB) technology.
Drug candidate offers hope for ER-positive breast cancer patients
An international research collaboration, spearheaded by Pfizer in partnership with Monash University and the Cancer Therapeutics Cooperative Research Centre in Australia, has identified a promising pre-clinical drug candidate with potential anti-tumour activity against Estrogen Receptor (ER) positive breast cancer.
First Graphene’s hydrogen catalyst study shows remarkable efficiency gains
First Graphene Limited has released the findings of an independent study conducted by the Centre for Process Innovation UK (CPI), highlighting the potential of graphene-based electrocatalysts for green hydrogen production.
New CRCs to combat methane emissions, plastic waste get $127M funding
The Australian Government has unveiled a $127 million investment to back new research centres to cut emissions in the agriculture sector and eliminate plastic waste.
Int’l team converts polyethylene waste into valuable chemicals
An international team of experts has devised an innovative method to repurpose polyethylene waste (PE), transforming it into valuable chemicals through light-driven photocatalysis.
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