The kilogram has been getting lighter — and the world is making its measurements better to fix it
The definition of a kilogram has remained the same for more than a century, but thanks to a vote to be held by a committee in France this evening, the…
New UTS technology lab disrupts traditional research approaches
A new University of Technology Sydney (UTS) technology lab in Botany, NSW, is trying to disrupt traditional approaches to research by bringing togethe…
You can ride on the world’s first solar-powered train in Byron Bay
Byron Bay has taken steps towards renewable energy-powered transport by refurbishing a world-first electric train that runs completely on solar.…
Engineering takes Canberra: Meet the MP combining STEM with politics
Karen Andrews is the only female Federal MP with an engineering background. She speaks about her career and encouraging students to study STEM subjects.…
Renewable energy has a storage problem. Is more pumped hydro the solution?
Pumped hydro is a cost-effective alternative for energy storage to offset fluctuations in renewable energy supply, and it’s primed to take off in Australia.…
How one engineer found her dream job creating timber buildings
Growing national interest in engineered timber buildings is welcome news to those who have been advocating for the material, like engineer Lisa Thom.…