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Medical AI is gaining attention for its potential to revolutionise healthcare. Experts University of Melbourne say there's a gap in how older adults are represented in AI training datasets & design processes needed to create more user-friendly & effective solutions. →melbconnect.com.au/discovery/we-s…

Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) company DeepSeek has sent shockwaves through the tech community, with the release of extremely efficient new open-source AI model that is competing with cutting-edge products from US companies such as OpenAI →theconversation.com/deepseek-how-a…

The MAP UniMelb Accelerator Program is searching for their next cohort of 11 startups in 2025. To date, the Accelerator has helped over 100 startups to raise: $300m+ in investment, generate $250m+ in revenue and create 1,500+ jobs. Learn more: go.unimelb.edu.au/rxz8

Introducing World View a pioneering company shaping the future of space exploration while promoting sustainability & accessibility in aerospace technology. We spoke with Dr Lara Krasnostein on their new Indo-Pacific headquarters at Melbourne Connect→ melbconnect.com.au/discovery/momc…

“Quantum computing is quickly becoming a global race, with private industry and governments worldwide rushing to build the first full-scale quantum computer to advance medicine, chemistry, materials science, and other fields,” an expert says. →melbconnect.com.au/discovery/2025…

We extend our congratulations to Dr. Cathy Oke, Director of the Melbourne Centre for Cities, for being selected as a lead author for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Special Report on Climate Change and Cities → melbconnect.com.au/discovery/dr-c…

Research suggests that Australian workers feel AI is being imposed on them without adequate consultation or training. How can businesses responsibly harness AI in 2025? → melbconnect.com.au/discovery/busi…

Congratulations to University of Melbourne's A/Prof. Paul Fawcett on his appointment as ANZSOG’s Deputy Dean, Academic. As a co-located partner at Melbourne Connect, ANZSOG is a leader in education & government-focused research across Australia & Aotearoa New Zealand → anzsog.edu.au/news/paul-fawc…

Join Professor Ben Shneiderman from Univ. of Maryland as he addresses opportunities and dangers of generative AI, with applications in education, medicine, and creative industries at Melbourne Connect. Registration is essential: melbconnect.com.au/events/ai-at-m…

The internet now makes up around 7.4 per cent of global emissions – with half of that made up of bots. Experts at University of Melbourne explore democratising the public web to combat bots clogging digital spaces→ melbconnect.com.au/discovery/how-…

We’re excited to announce Jeff Malone as the new CEO of ACMD. With a strong background in MedTech, research translation, and global industry networks, he’ll guide ACMD as it moves into its new world-class facility in 2025. Learn more → unimelb.me/4k1IrwC

Accelerating Diabetes Innovations (ACADI) and Diabetes Victoria have announced a 10-year partnership to drive real-world impact, ensuring cutting-edge research leads to better prevention, treatment and access to innovations. More on this commitment → unimelb.me/3QJOvNb

Hosted by Melbourne Climate Futures, explore how regional leaders across Australia are navigating complex energy politics and key lessons from the last decade of rapid change at Melbourne Connect. Register here: melbconnect.com.au/events/regiona…

We are delighted to welcome Liquid Instruments to Melbourne Connect as a co-located partner. A leader in reconfigurable test instrumentation, their new office at strengthens their commitment to advancing Australia’s manufacturing sector. melbconnect.com.au/discovery/liqu…

As we shift to renewables, we’ll need longer duration storage to eliminate the need for fossil fuel backup generators. An expert says 'flow batteries' may be the answer. →melbconnect.com.au/discovery/aust…

We were delighted to welcome University of Melbourne students of the Vacation Scholarships program to Melbourne Connect, where they showcased their outstanding research in mathematics & statistics. Their fresh perspectives highlight the vital role students play in shaping future innovations.

Caring for animals always comes with costs, but the cost burden intensified over the Black Summer and afterwards. What would it mean to include animals in our planning? → melbconnect.com.au/discovery/as-t…

We recently welcomed the Japanese Consul General, Furuya Tokuro, alongside representatives from Red Dot Drone and Softbank to Melbourne Connect as they showcased an impressive demonstration of their latest long-distance drone operation technology. →melbconnect.com.au/discovery/japa…

Connection & discovery were our February highlights. As part of AIME Uncover Melbourne MelbConventionBureau, global hosted buyers explored our innovation precinct. The excitement continued at Culture Amp’s hackathon & an expert talk on cybersecurity laws. See highlights ↓

Researchers at Microsoft have announced that the creation of the first 'topological qubits' could be a significant breakthrough for quantum computing, with potential to accelerate the design of new drugs and materials, among other applications. →melbconnect.com.au/discovery/micr…