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Science and Technology
Unlocking the world of science in regional Victoria
To celebrate this year’s National Science Week, we look at some of the exciting projects that are sparking curiosity and innovation in our regions.
From the cloud to the crops: transforming the future of farming
VIDEO: How one Victorian business is using machine learning to create hyperlocal weather forecasts for farmers.
Two women challenging how we see the world
To mark International Women’s Day, we profile two women who are working to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive world for women in science.
Whittlesea community groups are leading the charge to renewable energy
The Whittlesea Community Energy Transition Project is giving community groups their own renewable energy solutions to help power their facilities.
Dr Walker has her finger on the pulse of research
The investment in a new glasshouse and incubation hub at Horsham SmartFarm is welcome news for researchers like Dr Cass Walker.
Transforming breast cancer screening with artificial intelligence
Computers that can quickly and accurately identify cancer patterns have the potential to save lives and transform the breast screening process.
Celebrating Australasian Women in Emergencies Day
Today, on Australasian Women in Emergencies Day, we're honouring the valuable contribution of women in emergency management and disaster resilience.
Building a lab to shine a light on dark matter
Adapt and overcome was the motto of the team from HTROON constructions, which last month handed over the keys to the Stawell Underground Physics Lab.
Australian lab operating in Timor-Leste a winner for animal health
In Timor-Leste, Agriculture Victoria is helping to safe-guard Australia from international biosecurity risks – and it’s already paying dividends.
Careers STEM from curiosity
For National Science Week 2022, six scientists working across the resources sector highlight what inspired them and their careers.
Seaweed offers new sustainable building approach
A Melbourne start-up designing building materials using seaweed residue as a replacement for cement is in the early stages of testing and development.
Businesses partner with students to solve tech challenges at SummerTechLIVE
VIDEO: Does your business have a digital technology problem you need help to solve?
A bug’s life – becoming a pest management master
Get Back! The man disbanding the beetles from Victoria’s orchards has more than history on his side.
Cracking the code on medicinal cannabis
In 2016, Victoria legalised the use of medicinal cannabis, and since then scientists have improved strains to produce better health products.
The sky’s no limit at the Astronomical Society of Victoria
The Astronomical Society of Victoria’s all-abilities telescope is making the cosmos more accessible.
At the cutting edge of tech
Working with a startup has been an exciting experience for students taking part in SummerTech LIVE.
Frontline chickens to enjoy a well-earned roost in retirement
Victoria’s sentinel chickens have been retired thanks to new testing and surveillance methods in detecting mosquito-borne viruses.