With 20+ years in communications and content creation, Hayden Horner is a seasoned professional. Hi international experience includes a pivotal role as a Public Information Officer at the United Nations in New York and locally as a Writer/Comms Planner/Syndication Content Producer/Copy Editor for reputable media outlets such as The Citizen Newspaper, Media24’s True Love Magazine, and Health24, among others. As The EIT Science Journalist, Hayden brings technical proficiency and a commitment to impactful storytelling.

EIT Expert Unpacks Civil Engineering Floating Solar Boom

EIT Expert Unpacks Civil Engineering Role in Floating Solar Boom

August 29, 2025 8:16 pm
As floating solar gains traction in Australia’s water-scarce regions, civil engineers are stepping up to ensure these systems are structurally sound and environmentally safe. EIT’s Dr. Mustafa Abed explains what’s at stake, and what’s next for this growing sector. This article unpacks. Designing for Water, Wind, and Weather As floating...Read More
Waste to Wealth: Engineers Drive Circular Economy Revolution

From Waste to Wealth: How Engineers Drive the Circular Economy Revolution

August 29, 2025 7:25 pm
From biodegradable materials to energy-efficient manufacturing, engineers are pioneering sustainable solutions that minimize waste and maximize resource use. This article looks at how engineering is evolving to embrace circular economy principles, new materials, and innovative design techniques to build a greener future. New Materials Revolutionizing Sustainable Engineering Engineers today are...Read More
Edge Computing Automation Driving Manufacturing Revolution

Edge Computing and Automation Driving Tomorrow’s Smart Manufacturing Revolution

August 29, 2025 6:52 pm
Factories are evolving beyond traditional automation, integrating edge computing for real-time data and decision-making. Automation engineers worldwide are upskilling to meet these demands. This article looks at how cutting-edge technologies and education are reshaping manufacturing’s future. Real-Time Data Processing in Modern Manufacturing Edge computing, which processes data locally rather than...Read More
Delicious Work: 6 Engineering Concepts Explained with Food

Delicious Work: 6 Engineering Concepts Explained with Food

August 29, 2025 6:18 pm
Confused by concurrency? Struggling to picture feedback loops or circuit theory? Don’t worry, your brain might just be hungry. Sometimes, the easiest way to understand complex engineering concepts is through food. Yes, really. From spaghetti to tacos, these tasty metaphors make technical stuff finally make sense. Read on, and you’ll...Read More
6 Life-Saving Ergonomic Hacks Every Engineer Should Know

6 Life-Saving Ergonomic Hacks Every Engineer Should Know

August 29, 2025 6:09 pm
From desks to job sites, engineering can be physically demanding. Poor posture, gear strain, and screen fatigue build up over time. These six ergonomic hacks will help you stay healthier, sharper, and more comfortable, whether in steel-toe boots or swivel chairs. 6 Life-Saving Ergonomic Hacks Whether you are behind a...Read More
5 Engineering Acronyms That Sound Quite Naughty but Aren’t

5 Engineering Acronyms That Sound Naughty but Aren’t

August 29, 2025 4:54 pm
Engineers love acronyms, but sometimes, they hit a little... awkward. Whether it’s an innocent spec or a harmless protocol, these five letter combos have raised eyebrows in meetings, sparked nervous laughter in class, and made even the most serious engineers crack a smile. Rest assured, these are 100% safe for...Read More
Let There Be Light: How Engineers Illuminate World of Sport

Let There Be Light: How Engineers Illuminate the World of Sport

August 29, 2025 4:31 pm
From ancient Olympic fires to billion-dollar lighting systems, sports field lighting has come a long way. As Australia gears up for the 2032 Games, engineers have never been more vital. Don’t miss the illuminating upcoming EIT webinar that explains why. From Torches to Tech Triumphs When the ancient Greeks first...Read More
Future-Proof Your Engineering Career in an Era of Automation

How to Future-Proof Your Engineering Career in an Era of Rapid Automation

August 19, 2025 8:19 pm
AI and automation are transforming engineering, but not replacing it. As machines handle routine tasks, human engineers must evolve. By embracing lifelong learning, digital tools, and interdisciplinary collaboration, today’s professionals can remain not just relevant, but indispensable in the automated future. Lifelong Learning Is the New Baseline Automation is not...Read More
Engineering Resilience: Codes for Heatwaves and Floods

Engineering Resilience: Meeting Modern Codes for Heatwaves and Floods

August 19, 2025 5:04 pm
As extreme weather worsens, building codes are evolving fast. Engineers now face urgent expectations to design homes and infrastructure that withstand both record heat and severe flooding. Understanding these new standards is critical to shaping a safe, climate-resilient future, before disasters strike. Climate Codes Evolve to Save Lives Engineering Resilience:...Read More
Smarter Solar Grids: How Distributed Control is Powering Next-Gen PV Systems

Smarter Solar Grids: How Distributed Control is Powering Next-Gen PV Systems

August 18, 2025 8:50 pm
As solar power accelerates worldwide, engineers are rethinking how photovoltaic systems interact with the grid. A recent paper co-authored by EIT’s Dr Hossein Tafti explores a distributed approach to inverter control, offering a practical path to more stable, resilient solar energy systems. A New Era for Solar Demands Smarter Infrastructure...Read More