Engineering and IT

Digital technologies help us work, play, socialise and relax; University of Melbourne researchers are now finding they may also help us regulate our emotions.

COVID-19’s hit to the global economy is reducing air pollution but the recovery could worsen the environment and emissions, warns University of Melbourne expert

People in aged care homes were already isolated before the COVD-19 crisis but University of Melbourne research finds new technology can help better connect them

Efforts to control the weaponisation of new technology need to be brought together under UN's disarmament framework, argues a University of Melbourne expert.

Machine learning could help precisely locate quantum bits; a crucial step for large-scale silicon quantum computers finds a University of Melbourne-led study.

On International Women's Day, University of Melbourne research develops new technology that can help predict your risk of developing a musculoskeletal condition

University of Melbourne researchers are looking at new ways to capture, reuse and recycle energy made by the human body to power wearable electronic devices.

The law may always be behind technology, but a University of Melbourne expert argues that the sweeping influence of artificial intelligence needs more response.

The aroma of beer is a key indicator of its quality, now new University of Melbourne technology can ‘sniff’ a beer to help brewers create top notch tasty brews.

A pilot study including the University of Melbourne uses a cheese making by-product to concentrate milk, reducing the energy required in dairy powder production

The talent and ingenuity of Melbourne School of Engineering's final year masters students was on full display on Thursday 24 October at the School's annual Endeavour Exhibition.

Professor Sandra Kentish, Head of the School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, has today been inducted as a Fellow to the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering.

Master of Engineering (Electrical) students Yaameen, Andrea and Tom identified an opportunity to use cutting-edge guidance and navigation technology to assist the visually impaired.

Master of Engineering (Mechanical) students Dakshinee, Jack and Jess are passionate about renewable energy.

By 2100, the storm related impacts of storm surge and waves, together with tide will still account for 70% of coastal flooding.

Early this month over 750 guests converged at the Palladium for the Melbourne Entrepreneurship Gala.

Ranked sixth in the world for graduate employability*, the University of Melbourne is the institution of choice for 10,000 engineering and IT students from over 100 countries around the world.

Professor Ian Young, the new Leader of CDMPS' Coastal and Ocean Extremes Unit, chatted to Professor Greg Foliente.

This year a team of six University of Melbourne students won the Emory Global Health Case Competition (GHCC) in Atlanta, for the first time since the University began competing in 2014.

Dr Taha has been recognised for their work synthesising a self-modifying coating that adapts to its environment and limits heat radiation.

The recent ABC Four Corners program ‘Cash Splash’ portrayed implementation of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan as a “failure and a farce”, asserting that it constituted a gross waste of public money and was producing little to no benefit.

Engineers Australia magazine, Create, recognised two Melbourne School of Engineering academics amongst the top 30 most innovative. Here, Associate Professor Andrew Zalesky reflects upon this honour.

In a world where processing involved pens, paper and time, Dr Rod Dilnutt's work with computers was an exciting and innovative new approach; a sign of progresses to be made.

How the study of cheese microstructures helps develop better dairy

Last month, five multidisciplinary engineering and IT teams took to the stage at the annual MSE Case Competition final, presenting their concepts for a Gateway Link and precinct solution for Fishermans Bend.

In Australia, small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) employ around 4.8 million workers and generate an approximate 57% of Australia’s GDP. Start-ups and SMEs can offer students a fantastic platform to launch their careers through internships and entry level positions with the opportunity to develop new skills, experience new challenges and make a strong impact on the success of the organisation.