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UNSW researchers inspect their quantum computing device. Image courtesy of UNSW.

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Australian scientists make quantum computing breakthrough

Adelaide scientist, Colin Hall, has been recognised with Prime Minister's science prize for creating shatter-proof plastic side mirrors for cars - image courtesy of the Dept of Industry, Innovation and Science

Ford buys up big on plastic side mirrors for F-Series trucks

Dr. Paddy Neumann, chief scientist and founder of Neumann Space and creator of the Neumann Drive ion rocket, studied aerospace engineering and physics at the University of Sydney - image courtesy of Neumann Space.

Revolutionary ion rocket can be fuelled by space junk and get to “Mars and back on one tank”

The huge spar was designed by Cranfield MSc students to test the capability of the new WAAM machine - image courtesy of Cranfield - metal 3D printed part

The largest metal 3D printed part ever made?

The Energy Observer solar powered boat will sail for six years around the world as a floating exhibition and clean energy laboratory - image courtesy of The Energy Observer.

Solar powered boat now a concept and commercial reality

A group of Roboats forming an ad-hoc bridge. Image courtesy of AMS.

Autonomous ‘Roboats’ to debut in Amsterdam

A scientist looks at a bacteria culture - image courtesy of DFC. Antibiotic resistant bacteria are a significant concern for human-beings.

Melbourne scientists make breakthrough against antibiotic resistant superbugs

Contained air products make it possible for the safe undertaking of many important tasks including medical research and treatment of diseases such as Ebola.

What does the future hold for digital healthcare?

A cataract in a human eye which could be a candidate for this new cataract treatment - image courtesy of By Rakesh Ahuja, MD.

US researchers develop a new eye drop cataract treatment

Back-Office Laptop Keyboard Computer Internet Digital Skills

By 2040 there may not be enough power for all our computers

Barclay's - Automation Robotics Report

University of Sheffield & AMRC create new autonomous manufacturing processes