Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Using lasers and modified brain cells, researchers have isolated the circuitry behind predatory behaviour.
Abbott takes aim at green power
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has interjected into Australia’s renewable energy debate.
Bone-printing technology honed
Australian biomedical engineers are working on high-tech fabrics that mimic an ingenious natural material - the bone tissue periosteum.
Worldwide e-waste reviewed
Research has warned that waste from discarded electronic gadgets and electrical appliances poses a threat to health and the environment.
VW faces billions more for emissions
Volkswagen’s emissions scandal has cost it six high-level employees and $US4.3 billion
Simple centrifuge for field science
A new paper looks at the ‘paperfuge’ – a cheap and simple centrifuge for use outside of high-tech labs.
Charges laid for nickel spill
The owners of WA’s Ravensthorpe nickel mine have been fined for a high-risk accident two years ago.
Graphene growing new dimensions
MIT has designed what it says is one of the strongest lightweight materials ever.
Green light for yellowcake
WA’s Environment Minister has granted approval for what could be the state’s first uranium mine.
Mega-factories should make way
The burning stacks that typify many industrial sites are seen as a wasted opportunity by engineers.
Official review to cover colleges
An upcoming audit will examine the $1.84 million grant to a training college run by former Family First Senator Bob Day.
China churning billions into green power
China says it will pour 2.5 trillion yuan ($493 billion) into renewable power generation by 2020.
Light shed on solar possibilities
Experts say Brisbane is missing out on significant power possibilities.
Powerful storms bring Port worry
Experts have warned of looming health risks from the decommissioned Port Augusta power station.
SABRENet could save Adelaide
Adelaide’s high-speed academic internet system will be expanded this year.
NBN brings big budget drag
More details on the incredible cost of the National Broadband Network have surfaced.
Atmosphere additive outlined
The planet is warming, and if reducing greenhouse emissions is not enough to counter the risk, we may need ...
Neurons renewed by gamma flashes
A new study on controlling the rhythms of the brain has some startling results.
Nano-diamond is literal cutting edge
Australian researchers have crafted a new nano-diamond for cutting through ultra-solid materials.