Applications have opened for a new cohort of CSIRO’s free Innovate to Grow program, with Western Australian SMEs involved in food and beverage, aquaculture, alternative protein and other sectors invited to apply. In a statement on Monday, CSIRO announced the return of its Innovate to Grow: Agrifood program for WA. The eight-week, online-delivered program is…
Researchers discover way to safely destroy PFAS An Australian-led team of international scientists have shown how harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) can be safely destroyed, in a world-first study to trace the entire chain of chemical reactions as PFAS break down during incineration. Researchers from CSIRO, the University of Newcastle, Colorado State University and…
The CSIRO has launched a new trove of isotopic data, which it says is “an important new national resource” for protecting and extending the nation’s reputation for “high-quality, safe, and sustainably-produced food”. Describing such data as “food’s unique fingerprint”, it said the new Isotopes.au site “consolidates a treasure trove of isotopic data” from Australia’s research…
Manufacturing innovation in Queensland is set for a significant boost with CSIRO rolling out a free training program for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The eight-week “Innovate to Grow: Queensland” program is designed to transform bright ideas into research-ready projects, with a special focus on regional businesses. The program, part of the Queensland Government’s Regional…
What were the five biggest stories of the week? Here’s what visitors to @AuManufacturing were reading. 5) Quantum computing breakthrough by CSIRO unlocks new horizons CSIRO’s quantum researchers have catapulted Australia into the future of big data analysis. On January 29, 2025, they unveiled a quantum machine learning feat that could soon have us zipping through traffic,…
The federal government has announced Professor Tony Haymet as the nation’s new Chief Scientist, replacing Dr Cathy Foley in the three-year role. Haymet was named as Foley’s successor and Australia’s tenth Chief Scientist on Tuesday. The role involves providing “authoritative and independent evidence-based advice on whole-of-government science and technology priorities” and is appointed by the…
Applications have opened for the latest cohort of SMEs working in the recycling and circular economy sectors through CSIRO’s free Innovate to Grow program. The eight-week, purely online program will be run with Deakin University’s Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub (REACH), which is funded through the federal government’s Trailblazer program. According to a statement…
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…
CSIRO has found a ‘lack of economic advantage’ in investing in nuclear power over renewables, according to its GenCost 2024-25 draft report released for consultation. The report took into consideration suggestions raised since its last report that nuclear had a longer operational life, a higher capacity factor and shorter time to delivery than previously estimated.…
Codan completes the acquisition of Kägwerks Communications and metal detection manufacturer Codan, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Codan US Inc, has completed the acquisition of 100 percent of US-based organisation SKT2 LLC dba Kägwerks (Kägwerks). Kägwerks is a leader in tactical operator-worn networking communications technologies that enable connectivity and integrated secure networking in a military…
