Fortifying green cement for low-carbon construction
An engineer’s quest to improve the performance of a sustainable building material could help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in...
This is the “decade for engineering”: How to bolster the future of innovation
By removing roadblocks and embracing new technology, engineering can continue to be the driving force behind Australia’s progression.
Could the effects of brain injuries soon be reversed?
Imagine if loss of function from brain injuries and central nervous system disorders could be restored through a simple alteration...
Get involved in the cause this National Volunteer Week
To mark National Volunteer Week next week, two young engineers discuss the importance of giving back.
Innovative methods for tackling PFAS contamination
Engineers are determining novel ways to address chemical contamination from perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Going the distance to close health care gaps
How a hydrogen-fuelled medical drone could help rural and remote communities overcome persistent health care inequities.
Urgent action needed to enhance level crossing safety
Level crossings have long been a hazard. Mandatory requirements around lighting, visibility will help to prevent injuries and deaths.
Shining a light on energy sustainability with synthetic methane
By producing synthetic methane using the sun, this team of researchers is working towards closing the carbon loop.
New recycling method aims to reduce plastic’s stranglehold on the planet
Plastics account for the lion’s share of marine waste. A new recycling technique could transform how households dispose of “scrunchable”...
Could robots soon sift through construction waste to refine recycling?
A PhD student is harnessing the power of AI and robotics to revolutionise construction waste recycling in Australia.
