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Hands-on engineering hits the road with UNSW Makerbus

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A new mobile workshop filled with tools and equipment is designed to spark interest and curiosity in STEMM with young people. UNSW Engineering has been inspiring kids in rural schools and community centres across the Northern Territory after the launch of its new Makerbus. The Makerbus is a converted Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van kitted out with a … Continued

New wastewater tech tackles fatbergs at the source

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Key Facts: RMIT researchers developed a new wastewater treatment system that removes up to 98% of fats, oils and grease (FOG), compared to 40% with traditional systems The system combines a redesigned grease interceptor featuring physical barriers with a specialised chemical treatment to capture both large and emulsified fat particles The system has proven effective … Continued

Groundbreaking competition shines spotlight on social media manipulation

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From the 2016 US Presidential elections, COVID-19, and last year’s Australian federal election, dis- and mis-information on social media is becoming a greater influence in determining people’s motives and priorities.   Fake AI videos of global conflicts, even Donald Trump’s war on tariffs – it seems nothing is safe from social media bias and propaganda.   … Continued

The final lap beckons for record-breaking sensation Sunswift 7

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UNSW’s student solar racing team are aiming for glory once again in the epic Bridgestone World Solar Challenge across the Australian desert. UNSW’s Sunswift Racing team are determined to become back-to-back champions in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge – and this time they want to celebrate in style. In 2023, the Sunswift 7 solar-powered car dominated the … Continued

Monash and CSIRO open new pilot facility to fast-track membrane innovation

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Note: Media wishing to attend today’s launch and tour the facility can view the event program and register their attendance here  Monash University and Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, will unveil the new Joint Membrane Pilot Facility at Monash’s Clayton campus today – a national-scale investment that supercharges Australia’s ability to translate world-class membrane research into … Continued

Globally renowned engineer and clean energy expert heads to the Gold Coast to talk electrification

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MEDIA RELEASE Wednesday, August 13 Rewiring Australia’s Co-Founder Saul Griffith heads to the Gold Coast for community discussion on energy savings and climate action Renowned engineer and clean energy expert Saul Griffith will share insights from his latest book Plug In: The Electrification Handbook at a free community exploring how Australians can transition to all-electric homes … Continued

Globally renowned engineer and clean energy expert heads to Brisbane to talk electrification

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MEDIA RELEASE Monday, August 11 Rewiring Australia’s Co-Founder Saul Griffith heads to Brisbane for community discussion on energy savings and climate action Renowned engineer and clean energy expert Saul Griffith will share insights from his latest book Plug In: The Electrification Handbook at a free community event exploring how Australians can transition to all-electric homes … Continued

Globally renowned engineer and clean energy expert heads to Newcastle to talk electrification

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MEDIA RELEASE Friday, August 8 Rewiring Australia’s Co-Founder Saul Griffith heads to Newcastle for community discussion on energy savings and climate action Renowned engineer and clean energy expert Saul Griffith will share insights from his latest book Plug In: The Electrification Handbook at a community event exploring how Australians can transition to all-electric homes and … Continued

Globally renowned engineer and clean energy expert heads to Grafton today to talk electrification

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MEDIA RELEASE Friday, August 8 Rewiring Australia’s Co-Founder Saul Griffith heads to Grafton for community discussion on energy savings and climate action Renowned engineer and clean energy expert Saul Griffith will share insights from his latest book Plug In: The Electrification Handbook at a community event exploring how Australians can transition to all-electric homes and … Continued