Manufacturing number one priority for Victorian growth
Advanced manufacturing and defence have been labelled Victoria’s number one priority in the state’s new Economic Growth Statement.
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BrainChip’s ‘human like’ AI wins it US Air Force radar contract
BrainChip has won a $1.8m US Air Force Research Labs contract to use its artificial intelligence that mimics the human brain in radar signalling processes.
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New submariner workforce school for HMAS Stirling
The federal government has begun work on a new training facility at HMAS Stirling naval base in Western Australia to train the future submariner workforce. The $200 million training school will complement training already underway in the United States and the United Kingdom and develop skills as: Communication Networks Operators Submariner Electrical Fitters Electronics Technicians…
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Samsara Eco develops enzymes to recycle nylon
Recycling technology company Samsara Eco has developed enzymes capable of recycling nylon 6, a synthetic fibre commonly used in apparel, hosiery and automotives which have proven difficult to recycle. The innovation builds on Samsara Eco’s existing capabilities to infinitely recycle nylon 6,6 and polyester and marks an important leap to tackle waste and eliminate the…
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Gov gives quantum computing a major funding boost
Multiple government funds are boosting quantum computing in the country following investment in company Quantum Brilliance and University of Western Australia research programs.
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AI centre opens to foster trusted AI
A new research centre to tackle the challenges of AI adoption has been launched with the opening of the Adelaide-based Responsible AI Research Centre (RAIR) Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic officially launched the centre created with the South Australian government. The RAIR will embark on research that will ensure AI implementation addresses misinformation…
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Calix raises $25 million to speed low carbon commercialisation
Low emissions industrial technology developer Calix is raising $25 million from investors to speed the commercialisation of its technologies to decarbonise the production of cement and lime, iron and steel and lithium. The company has completed a $20 million institutional placement and announced a share purchase plan for existing investors to raise a further $5…
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Technegas’ new use in lung transplant imaging
Radiopharmaceutical medical imaging manufacturer Cyclopharm has revealed a possible new use for its Technegas system – for evaluating the progress of lung transplantation. The use is detailed in a US-based study which highlights the clinical utility and operational benefits of the Technegas technology compared to current US ventilation imaging radiopharmaceuticals used in lung transplant evaluation.…
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Cobalt Blue works with Mount Isa council to develop sulphuric acid plant
Cobalt Blue has signed an MoU with the Mount Isa City Council to develop a solution to a looming sulphuric acid supply shortage.
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AML3D wins 3D printing contract with largest public utility in the US
AML3D has won a $2.27 million contract with power utility company, the Tennessee Valley Authority, for its ARCEMY X 3D metal printing system.
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