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CSIRO: How to get ahead with innovation
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CSIRO: How to get ahead with innovation

A new report outlines what is holding back Australian businesses from adopting innovation and how we can break through those barriers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2020

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Tell-tale hints before volcanic eruptions found using AI
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Tell-tale hints before volcanic eruptions found using AI

Artificial intelligence algorithms identified precursors to volcanic eruptions, potentially improving alert systems, researchers find.

By Sam Olley • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2022
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Vertiv drives edge and sustainability for the data centre
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Vertiv drives edge and sustainability for the data centre

Faraz Ali joins us today to discuss edge infrastructure and its application in industry, and Vertiv's role in gaming and sustainability in the data centre. .

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2022
From the human brain to the stars beyond: Swinburne supercomputer to support new discoveries
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From the human brain to the stars beyond: Swinburne supercomputer to support new discoveries

The as-yet-unnamed supercomputer will enable Victoria to stay on the cutting edge of space, medical technology, and sustainability research.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
University of Sydney taps into AWS to save threatened species
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University of Sydney taps into AWS to save threatened species

Researchers at the University of Sydney are using Amazon Web Services to analyse genetic data and develop strategies to save Australia's threatened species.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2020
Cambridge Quantum Computing teams up with CERN to advance quantum technologies
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Cambridge Quantum Computing teams up with CERN to advance quantum technologies

CQC joins CERN project to harness quantum tech for particle physics, enhancing data analysis with t|ket platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
The powerful tech helping to uncover the universe's mysteries
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The powerful tech helping to uncover the universe's mysteries

The Flatiron Institute leverages high performance computing and AI, using cutting-edge Lenovo and Intel technology, to unravel the universe's deepest secrets.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2019
Medical imaging equipment market poised for growth
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Medical imaging equipment market poised for growth

The global medical imaging equipment market is set to grow to USD $44 billion by 2025, driven by innovation and increased demand in emerging markets.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2019
Experts: Why the Black Hole Photo matters
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Experts: Why the Black Hole Photo matters

NASA's release of the first photograph of a black hole has sparked media interest and proven the accuracy of decades of scientific work.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2019
Melbourne Uni & DARPA to shape AI for scientific decision-making
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Melbourne Uni & DARPA to shape AI for scientific decision-making

An international research program will use artificial intelligence to help evaluate the credibility of scientific evidence used to make decisions.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
AU behind in robot uptake, NZ named IoT leader - report ranks countries on digital tech
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AU behind in robot uptake, NZ named IoT leader - report ranks countries on digital tech

The report shows how Australia, New Zealand and other OECD countries are pushing ahead in developing new digital technologies.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2017

Stories from Other Regions

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New Zealand and NASA partner up, allowing Aotearoa to grow space industry, minister says
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New Zealand and NASA partner up, allowing Aotearoa to grow space industry, minister says

New Zealand and NASA have partnered up under the multi-lateral Artemis Accords, in an effort to enhance space exploration efforts. .

By RNZ • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
Mr Humfreez: The sheep that shows Kiwis their cold, damp homes
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Mr Humfreez: The sheep that shows Kiwis their cold, damp homes

This isn't a living, breathing animal but a model sheep with hygroscopic horns and a nose coated in thermochromic ink.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2019
Heavy duty drones could be key to predicting future eruptions
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Heavy duty drones could be key to predicting future eruptions

Heavy-duty drones developed by researchers in Wellington are providing unprecedented access to volcanic gas emissions, aiding prediction of future eruptions.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2019
Young Kiwi scientist competes at Google Science Fair
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Young Kiwi scientist competes at Google Science Fair

At this time of year there are plenty of foggy patches around the country – but what if it was possible to turn that fog into drinkable water?.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2019
Biotech on the cusp of a massive growth surge
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Biotech on the cusp of a massive growth surge

New Zealand's biotech industry could boost GDP to $182bn in 12 years, says BiotechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Oct 2018
Alibaba & quantum computing 'dream team' build new laboratory in Shanghai
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Alibaba & quantum computing 'dream team' build new laboratory in Shanghai

An Alibaba cloud computing subsidiary has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Aug 2017