Archived News for IT Professionals
Australian engineers have unveiled a new type of graphene-based filter that work several times faster than current equivalents.
Next-gen chips step closer
Australian experts are helping usher-in the ultra-secure telecommunications of the future.
Tassie still tackling power/internet woes
The impact of Tasmania’s Basslink outage continues, as the government scrambles to patch up various services.
Windsor to wind up fibre pressure
Australia could soon have a powerful new advocate for an NBN that is actually worth doing.
Graphene revealed as great transmitter
Scientists have demonstrated an exciting new property of the futuristic material graphene.
High-tech cities to take Nature's tips
The engineers of the future say new cities will be designed according to the lessons of our biological past.
Locals warn of rising brain drain
Top scientists warn that the CSIRO’s “trashed” reputation will see the next generation of experts seek work somewhere else.
TPPA to hit public health
There is more criticism this week of the recently-negotiated TPPA and its impact on public health schemes.
Executive equality makes money
Australia’s top companies, across all industries, do better with more women on their executive teams.
Cool new process for super light gel
Another day, another step forward in 3D-printing, as engineers announce they can now print in graphene aerogel.
Emojis evoke healthier choices
As rates of childhood obesity continue to skyrocket, new research shows there may be a surprising was to encourage a healthy diet.
Tech science seeks out virtual risks
Virtual reality will soon be a big part of many people’s lives, but little is known about the possible psychological effect of life in a false world.
Utility users lose in regulatory 'arms race'
Rising utility prices are a source of concern and outrage for Australian consumers, leading experts to look at ways to keep the system honest.
NBN builders test better tech
Leaked reports suggest the company building the National Broadband Network has investigated a new kind of fibre-to-the-premises technology.
CEOs scot-free after scandals
The chiefs companies hit with serious lawsuits often end up with a better reputation.
Constant heart-watch comes closer
Methods for measuring blood pressure have not changed much in the last 100 years, but researchers at Monash University say they are set to revolutionise the scene.
Silo study finds separate benefits
There is a big push to break down the ‘silos’ in science, but new research suggests it is possible to go too far.
Lab-grown solar cells smash records
Researchers have demonstrated the thinnest, lightest solar cells ever produced.
Leaks speak of huge lag on NBN
The National Broadband Network (NBN) is not going to meet its rollout targets, according to a leaked report.