This $18m Tech4HSE Program Unites Leading Researchers In Emerging Technologies. The $18 million Tech4HSE program unites leading researchers in emerging technologies such as generative and immersive artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality and cybersecurity, to develop tech to aid those working in dangerous environments.
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, is collaborating with five universities to enhance workplace safety through cutting-edge digital technologies.
Spearheaded by CSIRO’s data and digital division, Data61, and the University of Queensland (UQ), the initiative has garnered support from Swinburne, UNSW, Curtin, and ANU as partnering institutions.
Science Director of Data61, Professor Aaron Quigley, said the technologies developed will support health, safety and environmental (HSE) objectives across a wide range of industries.
“Whether they’re working with electrical equipment, heavy machinery or on our roads, millions of Australians put themselves in harm’s way every day to help and serve others,” Prof. Quigley said.
“We’re bringing the best researchers in the nation together to help get everyone home safely, by creating advanced digital tools for training, identifying and monitoring hazards, and planning responses and actions.”
Congratulations to Liming Zhu and collaborators across the nation for developing this program!