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How a ‘humble tinkerer’ accidentally invented the pacemaker
In 1958, engineer Dr Wilson Greatbatch made an error that led to a life-saving invention which changed healthcare forever.
How this engineer helps save lives in the NSW wilderness
By combining his love of bushwalking with his engineering knowhow, one mechanical engineer has improved the chances of State Emergency...
Two Australians make the list of most influential women engineers
Australians Rose Amal and Marita Cheng have been named two of the world’s most influential women engineers, in a list...
This NAIDOC Week, five Aboriginal engineers share how the profession can help heal Country
NAIDOC Week 2021 began on 4 July, and, to mark the occasion, create asked five Aboriginal engineers to share their...
How a collaborative approach helped Kerryn Coker reach Arup’s highest levels
A career in façade engineering has Kerryn Coker ready to take Arup into a new era of sustainable development.
Materials engineer named CSIRO’s new chief scientist
Almost 30 years after beginning her career at the CSIRO as a research assistant, Dr Bronwyn Fox is returning to...
Why this engineer thinks we need to go back to basics
Structural engineer Simon Pikusa believes engineers of today and tomorrow can only surpass expectation by mastering the fundamentals.
Engineers recognised in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours list
Engineers from a diverse range of disciplines were among those recognised with Queen’s Birthday honours this year, both for their...
How pigging engineer Vanessa Bullock keeps Karratha Gas Plant operating
When things go wrong at this major gas plant, all eyes turn to mechanical engineer Vanessa Bullock.
How this engineering firm is taking action to increase Aboriginal participation
Gamillaraay man Russell Reid has dedicated his career to making positive changes for First Nations people. His latest undertaking is...
