New research brings cultural and climatic perspectives into Plus Energy Building design
RMIT researchers have investigated everyday household practices to inform PEB design and enhance the use of energy-saving technologies in the home.
Common low-grade clay strengthens low-carbon concrete
Engineers have converted low-grade clay into a high-performance cement supplement, opening a potential new market in sustainable construction materials.
Insect protein blocks bacterial infection
A protein that gives fleas their bounce has been used to boot out bacteria cells, with lab results demonstrating the material’s potential for preventing medical implant infection.
RMIT trailblazer named new Chief Scientist
RMIT’s Professor Sharath Sriram has been named as Western Australia’s new Chief Scientist.
Melbourne cycling infrastructure plan risks getting stuck in low gear if feeder networks not considered: new research
A new study highlights how far Melbourne still has to go in becoming a cycling city, warning the state government’s plan for strategic cycling corridors must be complemented by local government efforts to make local streets safer for cyclists.
People who swap mundane jobs for meaningful careers still do it tough: study
A decade-long study of snowsport instructors has revealed what it means to seek a career that puts enjoyment and personal growth above profits and deadlines.
Smart spongy device captures water from thin air
Engineers from Australia and China have invented a sponge-like device that captures water from thin air and then releases it in a cup using the sun’s energy, even in low humidity where other technologies such as fog harvesting and radiative cooling have struggled.
Harnessing data to drive liveability
RMIT is collaborating with government and industry partners on an innovative data sharing project, which aims to create more sustainable, liveable and healthier communities.
Gas-sensing capsule takes another big step from lab to commercialisation
An ingestible gas-sensing capsule that provides real-time insights into gut health has moved closer to market with RMIT University transferring IP ownership to medical device company Atmo Biosciences.
Aussie tech helps make bio-oils for greener industrial applications
Australian technology developed at RMIT University could enable more sustainable and cheaper production of bio-oils to replace petroleum-based products in electronic, construction and automotive applications.
Australia’s visual and craft arts sector likened to the gig economy in new report
A new study into the incomes and career lifecycles of Australia’s visual arts and craft workers has revealed conditions are deteriorating.
Researchers hope to improve disaster evacuations in Maui
A new study is collecting stories about evacuation from those affected by the Maui wildfires, in the hope of better preparing for future disasters.
