University of Western Australia invents automated technique to benefit leukaemia patients
The automated
technique, using imaging flow cytometry, allows leukaemia patients to be monitored
at any stage of their disease to assess their response to treatment and provide
an early indicator of recurrence.
Universitas Gadjah Mada designs a smart car that processes plastic waste into low emission fuel
The technology developed process all types of plastic into fuel except for PVC. The design ensures heat emitted from the waste-into-fuel conversion feeds back into the conversion process itself. The Microalgae Cultivation Support (MCS) technology installed in car reduces the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) being emitted.
The Dominant Role of E-commerce in Thailand
E-Commerce
in Thailand is expected to increase by 8.5% from last year driven by the growth
of social commerce. This is in-line with the Thai government’s vision to
transform Thailand into a Smart Nation by the year 2020.
Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society to develop a national digital community for startups and entrepreneurs
Thailand
Cyberport aims to be a national innovative community for multiple sectors and a
centre for the startup ecosystem in the region, attracting venture capital
firms and global enterprises. It will help incubate startups at all levels
seeking angel funds, skills management coaching and venture capital. Thailand
Cyberport will be set up in the vicinity of the Digital Park.
Sustainable Health Review Panel holds expo to showcase the leading digital technologies and possibilities for the health sector in Western Australia
Western Australia was given a glimpse of leading
digital technologies and possibilities for the future of the health sector at
the “Art of the Possible” expo held at East Perth. Technologies on display were
stroke detection through gaming, immersive virtual technology and 3D holograms
of general practitioners.
Singapore Airlines announces the launch of miles-based blockchain digital wallet KrisPay
Singapore Airlines launches Krispay, an innovative miles-based blockchain that enables fliers to use their accumulated miles to pay for various goods and services. Currently, 18 merchants spanning different categories have been partnered; more will be progressively added.
Australian Research Council opens research hub to transform industrial processes that use separation technologies
The ARC Industrial Transformation Research
Hub for Energy-Efficient Separation opens major possibilities. The potential
financial value of this ARC Research Hub to Australia is enormous as many key
industries using separation processes can be transformed to become more
energy-efficient with improved technology.
