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…
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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…
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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…
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Development of a new drug based on research at The University of Queensland, targeting advanced and therapy-resistant prostate cancer, has been awarded $1.25 million from the US-based Critical Path Institute’s Translational Therapeutics Accelerator. According to a statement from UQ on Tuesday, the drug named QED-203 has its origins in research by Professor Greg Monteith from…
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Ahead of the fifth annual Australian Made Week, Olympics freestyle swimming champion Ariarne Titmus has called on Australians “to rally behind Team Aussie by choosing Australian Made”. Titmus is this year’s Australian Made Week Ambassador, with the celebration to run next week (May 19 – 25.) The gold medalist in the women’s 400-metre freestyle at…
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The revolving door for federal industry ministers has resumed operations, believes John Broadbent. If you’re in manufacturing, you might know that Ed Husic MP held the Industry & Science portfolio for the last 3 years. But now, due to what he called a “factional assassin” (being deputy PM, Richard Marles), he’s out on his arse…
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Professor Henrik von Scheel (pictured), an internationally-recognised strategist and futurist known as the man who coined the term Industry 4.0, will feature at the upcoming Industrial Transformation Australia event in Sydney this July. According to a statement from event organisers Hannover Fairs Australia on Monday, von Scheel will reveal what will influence the success of…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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