New wastewater tech tackles fatbergs at the source
A new wastewater treatment system developed by RMIT University researchers could help prevent fatbergs – solid masses of fat, oil and grease (FOG) that clog sewers and cost water utilities globally billions to remove each year.
Smart wound monitor poised to improve chronic infection care
Researchers from RMIT University have developed a wearable wound monitoring device with integrated sensors that could reduce infection risks by minimising the need for frequent physical contact.
RMIT Distinguished Professor Calum Drummond AO Appointed Chair of the Australian Research Council (ARC) Advisory Committee
RMIT University's Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research & Innovation, Distinguished Professor Calum Drummond AO FAA FTSE FAICD FNAI (USA), has been named as the independent Chair of the ARC Advisory Committee.
Wastewater contaminants boost green hydrogen production
Research led by RMIT University has developed an experimental invention to turn wastewater’s high contaminant load into an advantage for making green hydrogen that could reduce reliance on fresh water – a scarce resource in many parts of the world.