Dr Larry Marshall

New Australian space startup Quasar Satellite Technologies is set to revolutionise space communication, allowing ground stations to talk to hundreds of satellites at once using technology developed by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency. Over the next decade, more than 57,000 satellites will be launched worldwide to support a surge in demand for space-derived data, from … Continue reading Space start-up Quasar takes off with CSIRO →

A new roadmap released by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has developed key strategies for creating jobs and reclaiming billions in economic value from plastic, glass, paper and tyres currently going into landfill. The National Circular Economy Roadmap found innovation is crucial to realising Australia’s largest economic gains, which will come from designing new products … Continue reading Advanced manufacturing could help solve waste problems →

An Australian-first testing facility will enable local manufacturers of surgical face masks to fast-track the supply for frontline health workers. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the new CSIRO facility in Melbourne will boost Australia’s sovereign capability to produce essential medical supplies more efficiently and at a lower cost. “The COVID-19 pandemic … Continue reading New CSIRO face mask testing facility opens in Melbourne →