CSIRO telescope finds brightest pulsar yet Tuesday May 3, 2022 By Anna Macdonald Communications & Technology A research team at the CSIRO-owned and -operated ASKAP radio telescope have found a pulsar 10 times brighter than any previously detected.
Policy plan for AI centres to drive commercialisation of Australian research Monday April 4, 2022 By Melissa Coade Defence The government will stump up $44 million for four new AI and digital capability centres to help SMEs leverage local expertise to generate more jobs.
CSIRO science dismissed by Woodside Friday March 25, 2022 By Tom Ravlic Economy & Industry The Woodside episode has brought into question why scientific studies, particularly concerning climate change implications, are commissioned for big business at all.
Public agencies collaborate for critical minerals research and development Tuesday March 22, 2022 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry A national plan to make Australia a competitive critical minerals supplier to the world will focus on a new centre led by the CSIRO.
Your round-up of IWD events around Canberra and some insight into what the departments are up to Sunday March 6, 2022 By Melissa Coade Culture International Women's Day (March 8) falls on Tuesday, and there’s a long list of events in Canberra and further afield for members of the APS.
Minister appoints acting chief at ARC Thursday February 3, 2022 By Jackson Graham Federal The Australian Research Council has a new acting CEO, amid crossfire between academics and Stuart Robert's vetoing of research grants. …
Aged care cash bonus faces criticism, $2b to commercialise university research Tuesday February 1, 2022 By Jackson Graham Federal Aged care workers are set to receive two $400 payments in a bid to recognise the pressure they’re facing as coronavirus cases spiral.
Principles guide government investment in quantum computing Tuesday January 25, 2022 By Jackson Graham Communications & Technology A new report flags quantum computing risks as not uncovering its transformational impact and disproportionate power in the hands of the few.
Push for more APS staff in regional Tasmania Wednesday December 22, 2021 By Jackson Graham Federal The public sector union is revisiting a push to decentralise federal jobs and services away from big cities and into regional Tasmania. …
National centre to further Australia’s AI goals Wednesday December 15, 2021 By Melissa Coade Communications & Technology A new artificial intelligence centre has been launched by the federal government as part of a $124.1 million AI action plan.
Premium Interviews Government has a role to play when it comes to trust issues on the internet Monday December 6, 2021 By Melissa Coade Communications & Technology We speak with a leading academic about the part public servants have to play in developing trust and integrity in how government uses data.
CSIRO bases lunar testbed facility in Brisbane Friday December 3, 2021 By Melissa Coade Communications & Technology A new CSIRO facility has opened its doors to researchers and businesses wanting to test how their technology will function on the moon.
CSIRO finds climate change behind increase in forest destruction Tuesday November 30, 2021 By Jackson Graham Energy & Environment When scientists compared data from 1998-2001 with data from 2002-2018, Australia’s annual forest burned area had increased 350%. …
Protocols for drones in Kakadu Monday November 29, 2021 By Tom Ravlic Culture A team led by representatives of First Nations has developed protocols for use of drones to monitor flora and fauna in Kakadu National Park.
Federal government pins manufacturing hopes on uni hubs Friday November 26, 2021 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry The Trailblazer Universities initiative will focus on defence, space, resources technology, food and beverage, clean energy and medical products.