In a remarkable case of accidental modern alchemy, physicists at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Switzerland have transformed lead into gold during high-energy collision experiments, according to Monash University physics professor Ulrik Egede. Writing in The Conversation, Professor Egede explains that while smashing lead atoms together at near light-speed, researchers at the ALICE experiment…
The future of Dyno Nobel’s Phosphate Hill fertiliser plant near Mount Isa is in jeopardy, with local politicians and community leaders warning of devastating regional impacts if the facility closes due to high energy costs. Dyno Nobel CEO Mauro Neves announced Monday that the plant, which employs approximately 500 workers, has been placed under strategic…
Queensland has taken a significant step forward in its train manufacturing program with the unveiling of a full-scale mock-up designed to test accessibility features for the state’s next generation of passenger trains. The 38-metre replica, built in Maryborough by Indigenous-owned business Allweld, replicates the train cab and two carriages of the future fleet. It will…
RMIT University researchers have created a breakthrough “neuromorphic” device that can detect hand movements, store memories, and process information like a human brain—all without requiring an external computer. This tiny innovation, which mimics how our eyes capture light and our brains process visual information, represents a significant advancement toward enabling instant visual processing in autonomous…
Livium has signed a new expanded recycling agreement with BYD Australia, broadening its battery recycling scope to include commercial vehicle batteries and energy storage systems in addition to electric vehicle batteries, according to an ASX announcement released on Monday. The three-year agreement, which commenced on May 1, positions Livium’s subsidiary Envirostream Australia as BYD’s preferred…
Gilmour Space Technologies has received final regulatory approval to launch Australia’s first home-grown orbital rocket in 50 years, with the countdown now set for Thursday morning from its Bowen Orbital Spaceport in Queensland. The Australian Space Agency gave the green light on Friday for the company to proceed with the launch of its 25-metre three-stage…
Dyno Nobel Limited (ASX:DNL) reported a statutory net profit after tax of $7 million for the first half of 2025, marking a significant turnaround from the $148 million loss in the same period last year, according to financial results released on Monday. The explosives and fertiliser company is making substantial progress on its strategy to…
UniSA and partners have launched a world-first solar thermal demonstrator that could revolutionise how Australian industries generate heat while slashing carbon emissions, according to a statement released on Monday. The innovative project combines lightweight plastic mirrors with advanced reflective coatings to create a concentrated solar thermal (CST) system that can generate temperatures between 100°C and…
The Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) launched Mission Syracuse on Monday, seeking industry support to enhance Australia’s defence capabilities against small uncrewed aerial systems. According to a statement released on Friday, the mission will focus on rapidly developing advanced technology options to intercept drones that can be integrated into the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) existing…
Bio-Gene Technology Limited announced on Monday it has successfully secured $2.1 million from sophisticated and professional investors, giving its insect-fighting arsenal a significant financial boost. The company isn’t just creating another bug spray for your kitchen cabinet. Bio-Gene is developing insecticides based on compounds found in nature that can outsmart resistant pests. Around 40 per…