2005 Successful ARC Linkage Projects

$24,148

$24,148

$12,074

Polarised Technology Pty Ltd

Novel electric field induced coupling technique for liquid-phase heteroepitaxial growth of carbon thin films with diamond-like structure

2903 - MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

The aim of the project is the growth of carbon thin films with a robust diamond-like structure for high performance electronic applications via the development of a new growth technique: Electric Field Induced Coupling (EFIC), which is based on liquid-phase layer-by-layer heteroepitaxial growth. The EFIC technique employing unique polarization-induced growth will significantly enhance technological output compared to existing technologies by overcoming current difficulties with expensive and complicated production methods. Ambient temperatures and pressures employed by the technique will enable us to form diamond-based semiconductors at low cost with sufficient speed and the properties required for industrial production.

$90,000

$42,500

Australian Superconductors

University of Wollongong

Integration of large capacity Superconducting Magnetic Energy Storage with Active Power Filter switching technology to achieve a complete power quality device.

The aim of this project is to integrate large capacity SMES with Active Power Filter (APF) switching technology to achieve a complete power quality control device.
The expected outcomes of the research are 1) An SMES design suitable for APF integration, 2) Development and implementation of lossless energy switching technologies, 3) Development of suitable APF switching algorithms, 4) An integrated design with competitive commercial analysis, and 5) A fully characterised prototype.
This project is innovative as the marriage of large capacity SMES with APF switching technology is essentially absent from the literature, and so there are high expectations for innovative applications and methodologies of fabrication.

Australian Greenhouse Office
NIWA

University of Wollongong

Carbon dioxide accounts for around 60% of the enhanced greenhouse effect. This proposal aims to markedly improve knowledge of the exchange of carbon, mostly as CO2, between atmospheric, ocean and land-based reservoirs in the Australian region. This will be achieved through a suite of measurements using innovative technologies: satellite and ground based remote sensing as well in situ measurements at Darwin and on the Ghan railway from Darwin to Adelaide. The measurements will be used to constrain inverse models of the carbon cycle and significantly reduce uncertainties in regional carbon source estimates. These estimates will in turn be compared to the Australian National Greenhouse Gas Inventory for comparison and verification.

$37,574

$75,148

$75,148

$37,574

Uncle Tobys

University of Wollongong

The successful development of functional foods relies on communicating proven effects. This project aims to prove that the food containing the satiety properties of a whole grain (OG) may help in weight management. We will conduct basic research investigating the link between consumption of OG-containing foods and the regulatory mechanisms of satiety, and test whether the satiety properties can be used to prevent, reduce and correct body weight gain in the early, middle and late stages of obesity. We will then apply this understanding in a human trial of mildly and long term overweight subjects, to aid the formulation of statements on the potential health benefits from consuming OG.

$24,148

University of Wollongong

Each year over 300 Australian volunteers work abroad in communities in the Asia Pacific region. This project researches key questions about the role of volunteers in contributing to regional stability, community capacity building and poverty alleviation. The research also explores questions about the preparation and knowledge required for overseas volunteers working in local communities in the future. The project aims to analyse an important aspect of Australia's interaction with the Asia Pacific region; identify key features of volunteering from the perspective of volunteers, volunteer organisations, host communities and government; and develop up-to-date research material and procedures for preparing Australian volunteers.

Prof A Lawson; Mr S Pozel; Ms M Stapleton; Miss DS Merrillees; Mr BW Parkes

$50,000

Object: Australian Centre for Craft and Design
Museums and Galleries Foundation of NSW

University of Wollongong

Contemporary art, craft and the audience

4102 - VISUAL ARTS AND CRAFTS

This project addresses issues of audiences and contemporary art and craft,particularly in regional Australia. It breaks new ground in developing models for public galleries in programming, presenting and interpreting contemporary work. A broad audience research framework will be developed as well as innovative strategies for interpretation, drawing on an interdisciplinary theoretical basis which includes media studies, narrative and visual culture theory. The project will run over three years, a variety of media, including craft, digital media and installation, and dispersed exhibition sites; documentation and dissemination of outcomes, to be developed with the project partners, will address specific industry development needs.

Dr BJ Meyer; Prof AJ Sinclair; A/Prof RA Gibson

$26,148

$13,074

APA(I) Award(s):

NuMega Ingredients
Analytical Reference Laboratories (ARL)

University of Wollongong

Long Chain Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Heart Health in Humans

3203 - MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY AND CLINICAL CHEMISTRY

The primary aims of the project is to assess the effect of DHA rich tuna oil on cholesterol carrying lipoproteins and to determine a quicker method in assessing someone's omega-3 status. The expected outcomes include the determination of: 1) the most appropriate blood sample and a rapid test and for evaluating the omega-3 status; 2) the minimum dose of tuna oil required which will not only improve a person's omega-3 status but also improve their plasma lipid profile and hence reduce their overall risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD); and 3) the use of the Omega-3 Index by medical practitioners. The significance is the increased knowledge of the health benefits of DHA rich tuna oil and that a new CVD risk marker will be generally accepted.

Dr BJ Monaghan; Dr SA Nightingale; Dr JG Mathieson; Dr RJ Nightingale

$14,074

$27,148

$13,574

APA(I) Award(s):

BlueScope Steel Limited

University of Wollongong

Insoluble Oxide Product Formation and its Effect on Coke Dissolution in Liquid Iron

2913 - METALLURGY

This investigation addresses the key issue of the effect of oxide formation on coke dissolution during ironmaking. A fundamental understanding of the nature of the oxide layer and its penetration by liquid metal is critical to the optimization of both traditional and new ironmaking technologies. The project will obtain kinetic data that will be used in process models to improve productivity, reduce coke consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This knowledge is particularly important for maintaining the competitiveness of Australian iron producers due to the high refractory oxide content of local coking coals