Her career has now matured to a point where she is deservedly recognised as a leader in her field. In addition to earning the prestigious national Women in Digital Award, she is a guest lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Design and at Monash University, she mentors for the Ocean Impact Accelerator Program, she regularly … [Read more…]
“Compounding global crises are having a profound impact on all of us and this record funding gives researchers the time and security to develop their big ideas.” Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Emma Johnston Open to all disciplines, research programs could include the development of novel technologies, biomedical, legal, business, design, policy and political instruments. The … [Read more…]
The research, published in Nature, could help extend the applications of titanium alloys, improve sustainability and drive innovative materials technologies. Titanium and titanium alloys are essential for a wide range of technologies. The research holds promise for a new class of more sustainable high-performance titanium alloys for applications in aerospace, biomedical, and chemical engineering, as well … [Read more…]
The Nordic countries’ co-operative approach is not a naive one. Workers and employers have extensive powers to initiate strikes and lockouts. But rather than conflict being portrayed as negative, it is seen as a mechanism for identifying and resolving problems before they fester. Minimal government intervention, strong representation and mutual respect are hallmarks of the … [Read more…]
As a female founder of a tech start-up, Emily Bobis is accustomed to being mistaken for the intern, while her (male) employee standing alongside is praised for building such a successful company. “What’s wrong with maybe assuming that the woman runs the company? At worst, they could (run the risk) of giving a compliment,” Ms … [Read more…]