The NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) is thrilled to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board effective 1 July 2021.

The NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) marks its fifth birthday in July 2021 with a celebration at the Museum of Contemporary Arts, Sydney. The invite-only event will also serve to officially launch the NSSN Strategic Plan 2021-24.*

Australia’s first astronaut, Dr Paul Scully-Power AM, has been named the NSW Smart Sensing Network Special Envoy for Space & Defence after completing a three-year term on the NSSN Board.

In this article, NSSN Research Theme Leader for Environment and AgTech Dr Tomonori Hu, gives his perspective on NSW’s incredible commitment to R&D throughout the pandemic.

Investment NSW has supported a delegation of 21 leading NSW biotech innovators and researchers, including the NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN), to participate in BIO Digital 2021 to grow their exports, identify joint ventures and establish global distribution. NSSN MedTech Lead Ms Jane Evans was present at the event.

Researchers at UNSW Sydney have found a way to detect a very low amount of a cancer biomarker in undiluted blood in just 15 minutes, a result that could eventually play a key role in evaluating the effectiveness of cancer treatments.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.