Future industries

A world-first system developed by UTS is being used by Westpac Little Ripper Lifesaver to identify sharks, raise alarms and provide greater protection for swimmers and surfers.

A lack of accuracy in current prostate cancer testing methods is driving the development of next generation diagnostic tools, right here at UTS.

A partnership between the UTS Advanced Analytics Institute and the NSW Department of Industries (Water) is resulting in more efficient management of water resources through the application of data analytics.

Personalising medical treatment. Reducing credit card risk. Identifying students who need help. Ensuring everyone pays their fair share of tax – no more and no less. The applications of data science are endless and meaningful, says Eureka Prize-winning data scientist Professor Longbing Cao.

Harvesting is one of the most expensive operations in commercial berry production, and one of the more complex to manage. Now, the power of data science and artificial intelligence (AI) is being applied to the process, with benefits for growers, the food supply chain – and berry lovers.

New insights into the way bacteria move are already changing the medical device industry and could prove crucial in the fight against multi-drug-resistant superbugs.