Smart-technology robots are taking to the air.
QUT researchers are combining sensor technology with helicopter design to create pint-sized surveillance robots.
Candice Anderson reports.
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The Queensland Ombudsman says there have been systematic failures in several Government departments, in dealing with the Hendra virus outbreaks between 2006 and 2009. One of the key recommendations of the Ombudsman’s report – is for a review of state laws to see whether they are adequate to control future outbreaks of the virus. Sonya Harris reports. The Federal Government has introduced its controversial mining tax bills to parliament. However, Independent Tony windsor has raised a political obstacle to the proposed laws, by demanding more research into the coal seam gas industry, before he will support the legislation. Amy Kelly reports. A QUT study has found that despite tighter child safety laws, one in four parents is still not restraining children properly in cars. A range of other safety issues have been raised at a national injury prevention conference in Brisbane this week. Jessica Sier reports. A group of Brisbane scientists has developed a way to remove radioactive materials from water – a technique, they say, could help clean up contaminated sites around the world. The new process uses nanotube technology to filter the toxins out of the radioactive water. Claudia Kirkman reports. The Queensland Government is gearing up for a cleaner future with the introduction of its Electric Vehicle Policy. It aims to make Queensland “E-V ready” and will put the state ahead of the rest of Australia. Caitlin Ritter reports. Scientists have found two genes, associated with an increased risk of melanoma. The discovery could lead to earlier detection of the potentially deadly disease. Elyse Goyen reports. A Canberra astrophysicist is the first Australian to be awarded a Nobel prize for physics in nearly a century. Professor Brian Schmidt is part of the supernova search team that has discovered the universe is expanding at a faster and faster rate. Ashton Rigg reports. A 20-year-old satellite will come crashing back to Earth tomorrow morning. NASA is unable to predict exactly when or where the space junk will land. Gemma Boase reports. The Mater Children’s Hospital is celebrating the success of a piece of equipment that has helped at least 60 patients survive life threatening illnesses. The machine, dubbed ECMO, provides cardiac and respiratory support for babies and young children. Georgie Chumbley reports. |
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