Archived News for Engineering Professionals - September, 2022
Australian scientists say strange diamonds from a dwarf planet could hold the key to stronger machine parts.
STEM scheme advanced
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has launched a new industry internship program for STEM graduates.
China slams nuclear nod
The UN nuclear watchdog says it is satisfied with the AUKUS alliance’s plan to supply Australia with nuclear submarines.
WMO shows clear warning
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says climate science is clear; humanity is heading in the wrong direction.
ERA timeline set to extend
Energy Resources Australia could have more time to rehabilitate a former uranium mine in Kakadu.
Watchdog responds to mine reports
SafeWork SA is running a campaign aimed at reducing the risk of sexual harassment in mining.
Coal decline in court
The creeping death of a loss-making coal mine in WA reveals the industry's “dire” prospects, an analyst says.
CSIRO backs defence ideas
CSIRO is providing free research and development (R&D) support for defence products.
Female tissue tests enhanced
Researchers have come up with a new way to grow tissue for female reproductive system reconstruction.
High-tech flight backed
Major investors have poured millions into an Australia flying vehicle start-up.
Unions seek coal guarantee
Unions want job guarantees for coal workers in the shift to low carbon industries.
HESTA warns fossil stocks
Superannuation giant HESTA has advised AGL Energy, Origin, Santos and Woodside it may offload their stocks ...
Infrastructure 'stupidity' slammed
Former ACTU secretary Bill Kelty says toll road operator Transurban is “exploiting government stupidity”.
Home work makes better balls
When lockdowns forced researchers home, some came up with a new way to make ‘microspheres’.
Prototype pulls hydrogen from air
Local researchers are testing a prototype electrolyser that can convert the humidity in the air into hydrogen.
Carbon firms urge change
Some of the biggest players in Australia's carbon market say the system needs to change.
Job stats suggest bias
New stats show engineering job vacancies are rising, but many engineers are out of work.
STEM review launched
Science Minister Ed Husic has ordered a review of federal programs to encourage women into science and technologies.
AEMO outlines grid issues
AEMO has warned electricity supplies for Australia's eastern grid are forecast to fall short of demand within three years.