Challenge Critical mineral and energy resources are found in ancient geological deposits. Dating these rocks to understand how and when they formed is vital to discover and utilise these resources. Read more
Challenge Increasing efficiency and sustainability of gold exploration and mining is a challenge when the overall quality of many ore bodies is declining. The unique properties of gold – Read more
Monash spin-out, Jupiter Ionics, is commercialising a patented carbon-neutral ammonia manufacturing process. CHALLENGE Ammonia is the source of most modern fertilisers with 50% of global food production relying on it. Read more
Whitefly is one of the most costly agricultural pests in the world with very limited treatment options. Now, a new pesticide that uses RNA to only target whitefly could prevent Read more
Silicon-based computer chips are reaching their physical limit for size and speed. Microsoft is funding researchers at Microscopy Australia’s University of Sydney facility to understand the behaviour of a potential Read more
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