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Innovation Nation TV Innovation Nation is bringing the best of Australian Innovators to TV early in 2024.

Brought to you by co-founders Brad Hill, Christina Morrissy and Trevor Cochrane and produced by Guru Productions, the show will air on Channel 9 and on demand on 9NOW.

05/06/2024

VitalTrace is revolutionizing childbirth safety with its groundbreaking biosensor technology, aimed at mitigating the risks associated with childbirth for mothers and babies worldwide. Despite childbirth being a joyous occasion, it remains perilous, with outdated fetal heart rate monitoring methods dating back to the 1960s, leading to inaccuracies and errors. Inaccurate fetal monitoring results in preventable deaths and diseases, including catastrophic brain injury in babies due to hypoxia during labor and unnecessary C-sections in mothers.

The DelivAssure™ continuous lactate monitor (CLM) by VitalTrace is a world-first solution that measures the most accurate biomarker of fetal distress in real-time, enabling clear and safe decision-making during childbirth. Previously available only through in-utero blood tests, this vital data is now accessible in real-time, thanks to VitalTrace's innovative sensor technology. Endorsed by obstetricians globally and designated as a Breakthrough Device by the FDA, VitalTrace's device system is set to undergo its landmark clinical trial in six months, paving the way for expedited market approval.

This cutting-edge platform technology, featuring precision-manufactured sensors integrated into bio wearables, is proudly manufactured in Western Australia, underscoring VitalTrace's commitment to local innovation and global impact. VitalTrace brings peace of mind to childbirth, one heartbeat at a time, ensuring safety for both mother and baby.

04/06/2024

Vilota Pte Ltd shapes tomorrow's world with cutting-edge robotics solutions, empowering industries through advanced technology. By democratizing visual perception, Vilota accelerates robotics development, enabling roboticists to solve complex challenges efficiently.

Backed by a seasoned team and NUS Singapore, Vilota is set to revolutionize the industry. The potential is vast, with robotics expanding in sectors like humanoid service robots, construction drones, and warehouse automation.

As a "Pick & Shovel" start-up, Vilota addresses key perception challenges such as localization, object detection, and classification, enhancing efficiency and safety. Their technology provides precise localization even in obstructed environments and generates detailed occupancy maps for safe navigation.

With Vilota's AI-based computer vision, robots can identify objects and their nature, driving significant advancements in robotics.

04/06/2024

Unlocking the quantum realm for boundless possibilities, QUISA is reshaping the landscape of technology and computing.

Quantum computing stands as the pinnacle of science and technology, offering a revolutionary paradigm distinct from traditional computers. With unmatched computational speed, quantum computing aims to tackle challenges beyond the reach of classical systems. Recent advancements have exceeded expectations, transforming our understanding of computational capabilities and transcending science fiction.

Leading the charge in quantum computing software development, the QUISA research group at UWA addresses diverse fields such as optimization, finance, bioinformatics, medicine, chemistry, and more. However, the field faces a critical shortage of graduates due to the specialized knowledge and unique skills required.

Quantum computing holds the key to solving intricate equations that describe physical, chemical, and biological processes, promising to revolutionize industries and scientific fields alike. QUISA is at the forefront of this groundbreaking journey, opening new horizons in technology.

03/06/2024

Restoring kelp forests breathes new life into ocean ecosystems, preserving biodiversity for generations to come. Researchers from The University of Western Australia (UWA) are spearheading a project to restore 100,000 hectares of reef between Jurien Bay and Kalbarri, where macroalgae was decimated by the 2011 marine heatwave. Employing the innovative Green Gravel technique, they seed rocks with kelp in labs before transferring them to the ocean, ensuring cost-effective, targeted restoration for Western Australia's coastline.

Kelp forests play a crucial role in mitigating climate change by sequestering atmospheric CO2, prompting UWA to expand its research and reforestation efforts. The Great Southern Reef along Australia's southern coast harbors over 30% of the nation's blue carbon storage and 8% of global kelp blue carbon, underscoring its ecological significance. In collaboration with Canopy Blue, a WA-based company, UWA aims to generate high-quality carbon credits through research sponsorship, integrating coastal ecosystems into global carbon offset schemes.

Given that kelp forests host half of the world's species unique to these habitats, their restoration is essential for maintaining ecological diversity. This partnership emphasizes the vital role of kelp forests in climate change mitigation and highlights the increasing integration of coastal ecosystems into environmental conservation efforts.

02/06/2024

Noisy Guts, a research spin-out from the The University of Western Australia, is revolutionizing gut health with friendly bacteria. Specializing in solutions for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition affecting 1 in 7 Australians, Noisy Guts offers a refreshing approach to managing digestive discomfort.

Their flagship product, Superflora, features clinically proven ingredients like prebiotic fiber and probiotics to enhance regularity, reduce bloating, and support overall gut health. With a focus on taste and quality, Noisy Guts ensures their products are not only effective but also enjoyable to consume.

Certified low FODMAP and free from common gut irritants, Noisy Guts provides peace of mind for those with sensitive tummies. Committed to advancing gut health, Noisy Guts continually develops new products and recipes to help individuals achieve better digestive wellness.

01/06/2024

The Lyn Beazley Academy is pioneering innovative education for neurodiverse students, reshaping the future of learning and celebrating the power of diversity in innovation.

Innovation has always been a cornerstone of economic growth and societal advancement, from primitive tools to sophisticated technologies like robotics and artificial intelligence (AI). Neurodiverse individuals, often overlooked by conventional education systems, have made significant contributions to innovation throughout history, enriching global progress.

Former WA State Scientist Lyn Beazley is addressing this educational gap by establishing the Lyn Beazley Academy. This academy is dedicated to pioneering teaching methodologies tailored to neurodiverse students, offering them a unique opportunity to unlock and cultivate their distinct talents.

Supported by Curtin University, the Lyn Beazley Academy is set to open in 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of education for neurodiverse learners. Innovation Nation proudly supports the Lyn Beazley Foundation's mission to impart Science, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship skills to neurodiverse students, fostering inclusivity and empowerment in education.

31/05/2024

Limestone Coast Brewing Operations revolutionizes craft beer consumption by bringing brewery tanks directly to hospitality venues, offering the freshest beer experience without the hassle of running a brewery. Their patented approach splits brewing processes between a centralized facility and venues, ensuring optimal quality while minimizing costs.

Co-founders Geoff and Sven leverage their engineering expertise to drive highly automated brewing processes, allowing the team to focus on crafting exceptional, sessional beers. Their commitment to sustainability shines through practices like energy recycling, water reclamation, and repurposing spent grain as feed stock for farmers.

True to craft beer roots, Limestone Coast Brewing offers traditional varieties alongside innovative flavors, staying faithful to the global craft beer heritage. Each beer is crafted with precision, even adjusting water composition to match the style's regional origin, ensuring authenticity and quality.

With proven success locally, Limestone Coast Brewing is now eyeing national expansion, promising continued growth and innovation in the craft beer industry. Enjoy the freshest brews straight from the tanks, all while minimizing costs and maximizing flavor.

31/05/2024

AxisTech is an agricultural technology company dedicated to developing innovative solutions for remote monitoring and data analysis. The company serves a wide range of agricultural operations, from large pastoral beef ventures in Northern Australia to grain, sheep, and beef farms across Western Australia and the eastern seaboard.

AxisTech provides robust technologies designed for harsh and remote conditions, including IoT sensors, cameras, data management systems, satellite imagery, and GIS. Emphasizing sustainability and resilience, AxisTech's solutions facilitate carbon emission measurement, soil carbon monitoring, support for low-emission grain and beef production, biodiversity monitoring, and climate resilience building.

AxisTech locally manufactures device solutions, such as weather stations, soil moisture monitors, and camera trailers, all designed to withstand rugged environments. The company boasts a talented team spanning electronics, engineering, data science, and environmental sciences, all committed to driving innovation in agricultural technology.

30/05/2024

Harnessing the power of machine learning, ARTRYA is revolutionizing the diagnosis of coronary artery disease. Utilizing advanced AI, ARTRYA aims to combat coronary heart disease by predicting and preventing acute coronary events with unprecedented accuracy.

By analyzing CT scans and creating 3D models, ARTRYA accelerates the diagnosis process, enabling clinicians to identify high-risk plaque in just 15 minutes. This innovative approach provides comprehensive insights, optimizing patient care and outcomes.

ARTRYA's cutting-edge solution equips clinicians with invaluable tools to diagnose and treat coronary heart disease effectively, promising a future where AI technology saves countless lives. Positioned at the forefront of healthcare innovation, ARTRYA is set to transform patient care worldwide.

29/05/2024

QDM Labs at The University of Western Australia is leading the way in chiral separation with their innovative twisted light technology.

This breakthrough method promises to revolutionize the separation of left and right-handed chemical forms, making the process faster, cheaper, and more efficient. By 2026, QDM Labs plans to offer this cutting-edge technology to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, significantly advancing drug development.

Experience the future of chiral separation with QDM Labs, where fundamental research meets real-world impact.

28/05/2024

Stryd is at the forefront of transforming the mortgage industry by empowering financial decisions with data-driven insights, revolutionizing consumer access to transparent, competitive options. As banks and traditional institutions lag in adapting to regulatory changes, technology platforms like Stryd are crucial in enhancing transparency and accessibility to product and pricing data.

In an era where consumers predominantly make product choices online, flexible technology solutions are vital. These solutions enable comparison sites, consumer apps, and mortgage brokers to disseminate crucial data, ultimately benefiting consumers. Stryd’s extensive experience, marked by over $47 billion in processed home loans, reveals that more than 60% of mortgage holders are not on the most competitive products, potentially incurring thousands of dollars in extra interest payments annually.

With 70% of Australians opting for broker-assisted loan applications, Stryd equips brokers with essential data previously withheld by banks, ensuring customers receive the most competitive offers available. The expansion of Consumer Data Right (CDR) legislation to non-bank lenders and other sectors promises to grant technology companies access to unprecedented data, thereby affording consumers greater choice and fairness in securing suitable and competitive financial products.

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28/05/2024

Revolutionize your operations with Olinqua's pioneering smart solutions, designed to enhance safety and efficiency across industries.

Experience cutting-edge emergency response technology that drastically reduces activation time for emergency codes, ensuring quicker de-escalation and injury prevention. Olinqua provides precise location tracking during emergencies, enabling rapid code activation and directing the appropriate response team to the exact incident location.

Our mostly hands-off technology leverages intelligent algorithms to relay critical information to hospital staff in various roles, ensuring seamless communication and coordination. Benefit from real-time tracking of high-value items, optimizing inventory management, and reducing the frequency of replenishment.

With multi-platform communication capabilities, Olinqua enables simultaneous messaging across multiple platforms from a user-friendly interface, significantly enhancing communication efficiency. Its intuitive interface ensures quick adoption and seamless integration into existing workflows, minimizing resistance to change.

Deployed in over 80 Australian hospitals and internationally since 2023, Olinqua offers seamless integration with most healthcare technology vendors, featuring over 100 ready-to-use adaptors for smooth connectivity. Choose Olinqua for a smarter, safer, and more efficient future.

27/05/2024

Where innovation meets precision, shaping the industrial future with state-of-the-art technology and unparalleled expertise.

Discover the extraordinary Spider Robot, developed in a cutting-edge robotics lab in Western Australia. This marvel of engineering excels in navigating complex surfaces, making it the perfect solution for challenging maintenance tasks in the mining industry.

Founded by visionary Jason De Silveira, Nexxis Technology leads the charge in transforming the robotics industry, delivering bespoke solutions to clients worldwide. With a wealth of experience, Jason's team designs and builds innovative robots, like the Spider Robot, to tackle unique challenges with precision.

Beyond offering standard robotic solutions, Jason is celebrated for his custom-made designs and innovative thinking. To accelerate production, he acquired 6D, a manufacturing business specializing in rapid prototyping.

Under Jason's inspiring leadership, NEXXIS not only advances the field of robotics but also nurtures the next generation of engineers in Western Australia. Through relentless innovation, Jason is revolutionizing safety and possibilities across various industries, one groundbreaking robot at a time.

27/05/2024

Transforming scientific knowledge into compassionate care, dedicatedly nurturing health for generations to come.

For over 25 years, Medela Australia and the The University of Western Australia have cultivated a pioneering research partnership that has consistently received continuous funding. This enduring collaboration has yielded ground-breaking research, seamlessly integrated into innovative products and services designed for breastfeeding mothers and their babies.

Medela, a family-owned company deeply committed to research, shares a vision with UWA to support breastfeeding mothers through evidence-based practices. Together, they have developed cutting-edge tools and technologies, including an advanced vacuum pump technology that replicates a baby's natural sucking patterns.

This partnership has resulted in over 200 publications, significantly advancing the understanding of breastfeeding, lactation anatomy, milk flow, and composition. The fruits of this collaboration have reached millions of mothers and babies worldwide, with over 14 million supported in 2023 alone. Through their combined efforts, Medela and UWA continue to make a profound impact, nurturing health for generations to come.

26/05/2024

Where reality meets innovation, bridging the gap between physical and digital realms for unprecedented industrial advancements.

Experience VR training—an immersive and engaging educational platform that surpasses traditional methods with its ground-breaking approach. Prioritizing mental well-being, it enhances engagement and fosters growth, improving employee morale and productivity. Addressing mental health, difficult conversations, and psychological safety, VR training ensures a comprehensive approach to workplace education.

Developed in collaboration with medical and industry experts, including the U.S. Armed Forces, VR training guarantees credibility and effectiveness. With an impressive 80% retention rate after one year, compared to e-learning's mere 20% after two weeks, VR-based education proves its superior effectiveness. Additionally, VR training is 10x more cost-effective and 4x faster than classroom training, making it a practical and efficient solution for businesses.

Hyper-realistic scenarios facilitate experiential learning, driving authentic behavioral changes and ensuring practical skill development.

25/05/2024

Where nature and technology converge for a greener tomorrow, Green Space Tech harnesses the power of innovation to tackle environmental challenges. Dedicated to transforming under-utilized urban areas, Greenspace creates vertical indoor farms using cutting-edge sustainable practices. These farms cultivate fresh, nutrient-dense produce that is up to 40 times more nutritious than conventional supermarket crops and use up to 95% less water.

Committed to delivering unparalleled freshness, Greenspace provides living, growing produce directly to local Microfarms on foot. These Microfarms are strategically located in corporate offices, restaurants, hotels, retail spaces, and residential buildings, fostering a healthier and more resilient food ecosystem while revitalizing city landscapes.

Sustainability is at the heart of Greenspace's meticulously designed indoor farms, influencing everything from material sourcing to daily operations and ongoing research and development. Greenspace is revolutionizing urban agriculture, ensuring a greener, healthier future for all.

24/05/2024

Leading the way in drone innovation and training, Global Drone Solutions empowers businesses and individuals to harness the full potential of aerial technology. This award-winning leader in the rapidly expanding drone industry offers unmatched training programs that foster career development and assist businesses in implementing compliant and cutting-edge drone operations.

Recognized across Western Australia and beyond for comprehensive drone pilot training, Global Drone Solutions prepares entrepreneurs and businesses to capitalize on the latest technological advancements in drone applications while staying abreast of emerging regulatory updates from the Civil Aviation Authority. Recent accolades, such as the Mal Bryce Tech Company of the Year award and finalist positions in prestigious competitions, underscore the company's commitment to innovation and excellence.

Global Drone Solutions innovates in all areas of drone training, offering licenses, advanced endorsements, and specific technical expertise across multiple applications and industries. They provide crucial training for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, opening significant investment opportunities.

Training options include in-person, virtual classroom, and self-paced e-learning, all developed in-house. The comprehensive curriculum covers course material, video production, online content, simulations, and expanding into VR applications. The company equips trainees to master advanced drone technologies, such as HD, thermal, multispectral, and LiDAR cameras, positioning graduates at the forefront of industry advancements and high-tech applications.

23/05/2024

Unleashing the power of ocean research for a sustainable future, the The University of Western Australia Coastal and Offshore Research Lab (CORL) drives innovation and discovery in marine science and conservation. This unique facility offers large-scale research capabilities, simulating various ocean environments from the surface to the seabed.

Equipped with world-class technology such as the Large-Scale Wave Flume and O-Tube, CORL facilitates groundbreaking research across the blue economy, focusing on coastal protection and offshore renewable energy solutions. Notable projects include designing wind power farms tailored to Australian conditions, addressing challenges unique to the Southern Ocean, and testing submarine cables for efficient electricity transportation.

CORL champions innovation in artificial reef development, collaborating with Subcon to create modular reef designs that serve as vital habitats for marine life and contribute to coastal protection by dissipating wave energy. Partnerships with industry leaders like MMA Offshore have led to the successful deployment of artificial reefs in Western Australia and beyond, demonstrating the tangible impact of research collaborations on real-world challenges.

As a hub for marine innovation, CORL leverages its state-of-the-art facilities and expertise to drive transformative change, fostering collaboration between researchers and industry stakeholders for a sustainable blue economy.

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