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R&D commercialisation: $24 million to fund innovative solutions from NSW small businesses
The NSW Government has launched a new initiative for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), which will receive $24 million in funding over its first two years.
The Sensor - June 2021
Investing in science and technology is vital for our economic recovery. Innovative research and development programs strengthen Australia’s sovereign capability while creating the jobs of the future and new export markets.
A breath of fresh air: NSSN hosts Air Quality Sensing Workshop
An online workshop hosted by the NSW Smart Sensing Network in May 2021 has brought together policymakers with scientists to discuss Australia’s air quality challenges.
Sensing technology led by Australian researchers now in orbit
A world-first approach to space imaging led by Western Sydney University’s International Centre for Neuromorphic Systems (ICNS) is now in orbit, making them the first neuromorphic event-based cameras to enter space.
NSSN delivers world-first technologies for leak detection in urban pipes
The NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) has released the final report for its flagship R&D program: Advanced Pipe Sensing to Reduce Leaks and Breaks. Coordinated by the NSSN, the collaborative program brought together 13 water utility, university and industry partners to reduce the loss of water from metropolitan water pipes.
Sydney researchers develop high-tech sensing technology for Australian Defence
The Jericho Smart Sensing Lab located at the University of Sydney Nano Institute and supported by the NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) has developed a prototype sensor system for the Royal Australian Air Force that mimics the brain’s neural architecture to deliver high-tech sensing technology for the Australian Defence Force.
NSSN announces winners of inaugural Grand Challenges Fund
The successful recipients of the NSW Smart Sensing Network Grand Challenges Fund were announced today. Three projects will share in more than $200,000 under the first round of the NSSN Grand Challenges Fund.
Newcastle: ‘delivering solutions in sectors of national significance’
Co-hosted by the NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) and the University of Newcastle, the third event in the NSW Sensing Industry Connect series took place on 4 May 2021 at the University of Newcastle. The event was part of the wider Hunter Innovation Festival, celebrating innovation in the Newcastle and Hunter region.
Call for Expressions of Interest to join the NSSN Board
The NSSN is seeking expressions of interest for three vacancies on our Board for an initial term of two years. The Board approves strategy, reviews implementation plans and performance and advises on the national and international business context and environment, including industry sectors and markets.
We’re hiring! NSSN Project Administrator role
Are you an all-round administrative superstar? We are looking for a highly-organised, reliable and innovative administrator to join the NSSN team.
The Sensor - May 2021
The world we’ve inherited faces complex challenges. One of the most critical ones is our war on waste. Under the coordination of the NSW Smart Sensing Network, scientists and industry leaders have joined forces to develop a world-first technology to boost the recycling of plastic milk bottles.
New "Sunwatch" detects harmful ultraviolet rays in real-time
Researchers at Macquarie University have integrated an advanced nanosensor into a wearable device to measure the skin’s exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays in real-time.