Adelaide-based SmartSat Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) has announced the first four jointly-funded space research projects in partnership with New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.
The projects, beginning next month, involve research into monitoring methane emissions and enhancing real-time monitoring of greenhouse gases; managing free space optical communication nodes across Australia and New Zealand; improving the tracking of space objects, and developing a joint concept for maritime domain awareness.
Chief Executive of the CRC, Andy Koronios said the projects were a significant advance in Trans-Tasman space collaboration.
“This partnership between Australia and New Zealand in the space sector demonstrates our commitment to leveraging our combined strengths and resources,” Professor Koronios (pictured) said.
“The projects are a testament to our shared vision of driving innovation and developing capabilities that will not only benefit our respective countries, but also contribute to global advances in space technology.”
He said the research addressed major environmental, economic and social challenges through scientific collaboration, while leveraging the unique geographical advantages of Australia and New Zealand, such as their Southern Hemisphere location, clear skies, and varied topography.
In addition to these initial projects, SmartSat has opened a call for submissions on funding opportunities for further research activities under the program.
The partners are inviting proposals for collaborative six-month feasibility studies in both countries, with funding for innovative research and development projects in the area of Earth observation that will drive the growth of their space industries.
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FDH Aero to boost Korean space ambitions
Supply-chain consultant for the aerospace and defence industries, FDH Aero has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the South Korean city of Sacheon.
The southern coastal city is the headquarters of the Korea AeroSpace Administration, established earlier this year to support the Korean Government’s goal of sending missions to the Moon and Mars within the next two decades.
Regional Managing Director for FDH Aero, Cody Ho said the company would play a critical role in promoting and growing South Korea’s aerospace-related projects.
“We will provide consulting services such as training seminars, site visits and the development of joint projects both in the region and across the globe. The agreement takes effect immediately and will last for at least two years,” Mr Ho said.
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Malaysia promotes healthcare achievements
The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) is producing a series of videos promoting the technological breakthroughs within the country’s healthcare industry to potential patients around the world.
In a statement, the MHTC said Experience Malaysia Healthcare (EMH) involved stories aimed at demonstrating the expertise and specialisation within Malaysia’s healthcare system.
“The EMH series showcases the dedication and expertise of medical professionals in Malaysia, celebrating their commitment to patient care, research, and healthcare management,” the statement said.
“By putting a face to Malaysia's healthcare system, the series highlights their achievements, inspires future healthcare professionals, and explores both the challenges and innovations within the industry.”
It said the series would spotlight patient treatment success stories, from overcoming life-threatening illnesses to regaining quality of life.
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Italian museums recover attraction for tourists
After several years of pandemic-induced doldrums, the summer of 2023 saw a bounce-back for Italy’s museum sector with growth in visitor numbers and record ticket sales.
According to data produced by the Digital Innovation Observatory for Culture of the Milan Polytechnic School of Management, the number of visitors to Italian museums, monuments and archaeological sites rose by 16 per cent last year compared to pre-pandemic 2019, with ticket sales up 27 per cent in the same period.
Among the world’s most popular museums, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence had more than five million visitors in 2023, an increase of 27.8 per cent on the previous year, while the Vatican Museums in Rome also continued to welcome huge numbers of tourists from around the world.
However, the range of Italian museums extends from large cities to lesser-known treasures scattered around the country from Lombardy to Sicily.
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Heilind Electronics on show at Hanoi Expo
Heilind Electronics Asia Pacific has announced that it will be exhibiting at the Vietnam Manufacturing Expo in Hanoi from August 7-to-9.
In a statement, the Hong Kong-based distributor of interconnect devices, said it would be displaying hardware, electro-mechanical components, connectors, switches, sensors, relays, terminal blocks, and wire and cables.
“These devices form the backbone of electronic products, ensuring seamless connections and optimal performance,” the statement said.
“Our robust logistics network, with strategically-located warehouses across the Asia Pacific region, ensures quick and efficient product delivery.”
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Lifestyle Clotheslines expands into laundry care
Lifestyle Clotheslines is making a strategic expansion into the laundry care space, with the introduction of a laundry bag range, protecting customers’ delicate laundry items during the washing cycle.
Managing Director, Gary Nickless said the new range was designed after requests from customers and signified the company’s devotion to offering practical, robust, and high-quality solutions.
"Focusing on Australian-made products is a key concern so product quality and standards can be maintained and is a welcome addition to our outdoor clothing range,” Mr Nickless said.
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Zymeworks names financial expert as VP
Canadian biotechnology company, Zymeworks has appointed Leone Patterson to the roles of Executive Vice President, and Chief Business and Financial Officer, effective from September 1.
Chair and Chief Executive, Kenneth Galbraith said Ms Patterson brought more than 20 years of public company biotech experience with a proven track record of guiding strategy, finance, operations, and governance through multiple phases of growth.
“She has the financial leadership qualities to support Zymeworks as we continue to make progress in achieving our goal of having five novel antibody-drug conjugates or novel T cell engagers in clinical studies by 2026,” Mr Galbraith said.
Ms Patterson previously served as Chief Financial and Business Officer at Tenaya Therapeutics where she led corporate finance, investor relations, corporate communications, strategy and business development teams.
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Prota Therapeutics appoints new Chair
Patrick Machado has been appointed Board Chair of Australian biotech company, Prota Therapeutics.
Mr Machado brings more than 30 years of experience in the biotech sector, specialising in the scientific and regulatory processes involved in bringing new treatments to market.
Chief Executive, Mimi Tang said Mr Machado’s extensive experience and dedication to patient wellbeing perfectly aligned with Prota’s mission.
“We are confident that his insights and guidance will be instrumental in pushing Prota forward as we strive to bring our life-changing peanut allergy treatment to patients,” Professor Tang said.
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