Archived News for Engineering Professionals - August, 2023
Sub students funded
The government is funding courses for people to work on its nuclear submarine program.
Brain links boosted
Researchers have shattered records for the speed of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs).
Snowy costs rise
Snowy Hydro has confirmed that the cost of its ambitious Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro storage project has ballooned to a staggering $12 billion.
Time slowed billion-fold
Australian scientists have used a quantum computer to slow down a chemical reaction by a factor of 100 billion times.
Fortescue chief leaves
Fiona Hick, CEO of Fortescue Metals, has stepped down from her position just six months after assuming the role.
Lockheed lined up for missile shield
An American company has secured a major contract to build missile defence for Australia.
Alinta seeks Eraring deal
Alinta Energy has proposed distributing electricity from the Eraring coal power station if the NSW government can extend its life.
Chinese swoop tallied
Chinese companies have bought half of the world's largest lithium mines since 2018.
Cochlear compo outlined
Hundreds of families will be offered compensation for issues with Cochlear hearing implants in South Australia.
Green bill rises
Australia needs $100 billion and bold policies for its green energy goals, experts say.
Muja life extended
Western Australia's Muja coal-fired power station will remain operational for longer.
Y map completed
Researchers have unveiled a long-awaited map of the human Y chromosome, responsible for determining male characteristics.
Fukushima release looms
Japan is preparing to release treated nuclear wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean.
Hydrogen fuel path laid
A new report has been released that could accelerate Australia's hydrogen-powered transport future.
Cells switched for new repairs
Engineering researchers say special cells involved in tissue repair can be “tuned” to take on different types of repair...
EPA lays gold charges
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has launched criminal proceedings against Newcrest's Cadia gold mine.