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Did you know that one of the oldest examples of aquaculture and hydraulic engineering is in Australia? In recognition of NAIDOC Week 2021, we are celebrating and recognizing the engineering achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Lake Condah © Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation The Budj Bim...Read More

Here at EIT, we love a good movie that pushes the envelope of innovation, and no genre does it better than Science Fiction. Theoretically, a lot of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in cinematic adventures could be plausible, and in fact, this list of five AI creations do have counterparts in the...Read More

Failure teaches us more than success, especially in the realm of engineering disasters. Whilst on the surface it may sound seemingly absurd, this is a widely accepted thinking among the engineering field. Lessons will always arise in the face of disaster as the cause of failure can be exposed, reviewed, and corrected to make improvements.  In short, our wrongdoings are motivation for innovation.  However, this should...Read More

We get it, deadlines are tough. However, it’s never too late to develop and implement productive habits to help you study more effectively. There are many ways you can improve your overall approach to studying that can help to raise your marks and lead to an even better understanding of...Read More

On the 17th of June, the United Nations will observe World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, an annual event that raises awareness of the presence of desertification and drought, highlighting methods of preventing desertification and recovering from drought. Desertification and drought are two closely related occurrences. However, while drought is...Read More

On World Oceans Day, we are recognizing the pivotal role engineers play in improving the health of earth's oceans. Here are three engineering initiatives that are helping to protect and clean up the seas. World Oceans Day is an international day that takes place annually on 8 June. The UN...Read More

As the effects of climate change and global warming become more apparent, innovative engineering trends are the key solutions to promoting sustainable change. From one day to another, trends quickly change and develop to respond to the needs and wants of society. However, when it comes to the field of...Read More

At its core, engineering is the application of science and math to solve problems. However, it is when it becomes a human experience where engineering feats truly shine. There are many feats of engineering across the world that make people stand back in awe. From the Statue of Unity in...Read More

Electrical light sources are responsible for 15 percent of global electricity consumption. As the world strives towards more sustainable solutions, there is an increasing need for innovation in lighting design. For engineers, it means that your project today needs to be environmentally sustainable tomorrow. EIT lecturer, Dr. Ana Evangelista, recently...Read More

While Leonardo da Vinci is best known as an artist, his talents were never limited to one field. He was also made significant contributions to architecture, science, anatomy, and engineering, producing thousands of concepts that addressed the challenges of flight, manufacturing, and war. Through his work, Da Vinci combined both...Read More