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Healthcare
A new therapeutic for Alzheimer’s is imminent – what is it and what will it mean?
An ageing population could see global cases of dementia and its major form Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) almost double every twenty years. However, a new therapeutic approach currently being trialled in Australia could put a halt to this growth, cutting cases of Alzheimer’s by as much as 50 percent. Associate Professor Michael Woodward - who appeared…
6 Mar 2019, by Amy SarcevicBanking & Finance | Legal | Uncategorised
Remuneration and regulation post Hayne
The dust has now settled since Commissioner Hayne released his final verdict following the years-worth of industry interrogation, that formed the backbone of the Royal Commission into banking misconduct. Many of his recommendations were applauded by industry analysts, while others have been met with doubt, concern and outright resistance. Cutting through the wealth of industry…
4 Mar 2019, by Amy SarcevicBanking & Finance | Mining & Resources
Rio Tinto’s long awaited announcement ahead of Minerals and Investment Week
After months of speculation, Rio Tinto has finally pulled back the curtain on its exploration activity in the Paterson province. The firm first aroused suspicion when it began pegging land on what was already considered a hot exploration site, upping its tenements from 2335 to 13,000 square kilometers - as revealed by aerial photos that…
28 Feb 2019, by Amy SarcevicLeadership & Communication | Technology
Enhancing mobile networks in a 5G world
Australia’s fifth generation (5G) broadband rollout is now well underway and is soon set to go live, with Telstra and Optus both committed to selling 5G products and services in 2019; and Vodafone in the near future. With its ultrafast network speeds and lower latency, 5G is expected to make a big impact on the…
25 Feb 2019, by Amy SarcevicBanking & Finance | Mining & Resources
Industry outlook – TiO2 in an age of uncertainty and volatility
The past few years have written a promising narrative for titanium dioxide (TiO2), with a high – and growing - demand trend evident in figures for 2016, 2017; and in the first half of 2018. However, Reg Adams Managing Director of ARTIKOL UK warns of several - current and looming - macro-economic forces, which may…
22 Feb 2019, by Amy SarcevicHealthcare | Legal
The ageing doctor – ethical and legal implications
Dismissing a post-retirement-age doctor on the basis of their age is an offence under the Age Discrimination Act 2004. However, there are growing concerns that doctors practicing beyond 65-years may be more prone to mistakes, due to the age-related decline of various physical and cognitive faculties. As such, experts like Professor Erwin Loh of Monash…
22 Feb 2019, by Amy SarcevicEnergy & Utilities
The role of hydrogen in a decarbonised future – an interview with Woodside’s Shannon O’Rourke
Hydrogen is increasingly being looked at as a means of helping Australia navigate its decarbonised future and meet the prescribed targets of the 2016 Paris Agreement. On the surface, it seems like a panacea. Hydrogen is the universe’s most abundant element and can power an electric vehicle 236 times more efficiently than a lithium-ion battery.…
21 Feb 2019, by Amy SarcevicBusiness
Why women are statistically safer investments – an interview with Tammy Barton
The gender pay gap is well documented, but a lesser known and equally concerning issue is the gender investment gap. Statistics show that businesses founded by women generate twice the revenue of male-founded companies. Yet, they are less likely to be backed by Investors when pitching for early stage capital. Multiple award-winning entrepreneur Tammy Barton…
20 Feb 2019, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
The role of light rail in an integrated future transport network
In Sydney, seven out of every ten trips are made in a private vehicle, but with an 11.8 million population increase forecast by 2030, the city’s already congested highways will need to see a reduction in this percentage. Providing an efficient, reliable and integrated public transport network may be one of the best ways to…
19 Feb 2019, by Amy SarcevicFood & Agriculture | Technology
The future of Australian AgTech
Australia’s AgTech sector has seen impressive growth in recent years with $123.8 million worth of angel and seed funding reported in 2017 and a tenfold increase in venture capital deals since 2014. Business startup accelerator GrowLab – owned by Cicada Innovations – has been at the forefront of this growth, having recently graduated its second…
14 Feb 2019, by Amy SarcevicInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
