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Monash researchers develop AI tool to speed up microplastics detection

Monash University researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) program designed to accelerate the identification and analysis of microplastics, a growing environmental concern. 

NSW invests in bushfire technology R&D program

The New South Wales government has announced funding for an innovative bushfire technology-focused research and development program.  High-tech sensors that can predict and detect fires...

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). 

Synthetic biology advancements propose $30B opportunity for Australia

A collaborative effort between CSIRO and Main Sequence Ventures has unveiled Australia's strides in adhering to ten recommendations outlined in the National Synthetic Biology Roadmap, indicating significant progress towards a potentially lucrative industry.

Redflow to supply energy storage solution for a smart grid project in China

Australian energy storage technology company Redflow will supply a large scale battery energy storage solution for a key smart grid project in China under...

Orbital UAV wins contract to develop upgrades for Textron Systems’ fleet of UAV engines

Perth technology company Orbital UAV has been contracted by Textron Systems Corporation to develop upgrades for their current UAV engines for the Aerosonde program. Textron...

Dassault Systèmes and Airbus APWorks team up to advance use of 3D printing for...

Dassault Systèmes and Airbus APWorks have announced a new collaborative partnership to advance the use of additive manufacturing for large-scale production in aerospace, defence,...

Indian tech firm LeadSquared selects Victoria as site of new Oceania HQ

India-based global tech company LeadSquared is establishing a new headquarters in Victoria in a bid to build its first presence in Oceania, bringing new...

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.

Clipsal by Schneider Electric’s MAX9 wins Australian Good Design award

Clipsal by Schneider Electric received recognition at the recent 2022 Australian Good Design Awards for its new residential circuit protection range MAX9. 
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Future-ready manufacturing: How AI and cloud ERP are transforming supply chains

As manufacturers face growing supply chain disruption, rising costs and increasing operational complexity, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud ERP and connected digital systems are becoming essential tools for improving visibility, resilience and decision-making.