RMIT University

Enhanced electrochemical performance of micro-Si@SiOx anode with (Si3N4 + SiC+C) triple-phase protective coating for lithium-ion batteries

Micro-Si anodes offer high volumetric energy density and low-cost advantages; however, their significant volumetric expansion during Li + insertion/extraction and poor ion/electron transport properties severely hinder commercialization. This study designed a Si/C composite anode...

Rheological advancement of activated clay concrete: comprehensive review

The prospective application of activated clays in civil engineering is a primary driver for implementing supplementary binders in concrete to reduce global carbon emissions. To achieve this goal, the study focuses on the synergistic rheological characteristics of activated clay b...

Barrier-Function-Constrained Residual RL-Based Current Control for LCL-Filtered NPC Inverters under Weak-Grid Operation

As renewable energy penetration continues to grow, grid-connected inverters are increasingly required to operate reliably under weak-grid conditions, where low short-circuit ratios, changing grid impedances, and rapid disturbances reveal the limitations of conventional fixed-gain...

Evaluating the impact of a Sigma Action Learning Set on leadership development among nurse leaders

Background: Leadership capability is essential for nursing practice, influencing patient care, staff well-being and organisational effectiveness. Inclusive leadership valuing diversity, equity and shared learning are increasingly recognised as vital in complex healthcare systems....

Verification without neutrality: Australian satirists on journalism, credibility and podcasting

Australian satirical news podcasts sit uneasily between comedy, commentary and journalism. This article examines how practitioners working in and around Australian satirical podcasting understand that position, drawing on seven semi-structured interviews from a broader doctoral p...

Antibiotic-Loaded Porous Titanium Antibacterial Particle Coatings by High-Velocity Embedment into Silicone

Abstract Effective antimicrobial biomaterial surfaces are clinically beneficial as they can prevent infections caused by pathogens that are introduced during surgical procedures. Moreover, they can be advantageous for the long-term performance of medical devices. In the current s...

fishROI: a specialized workflow for semi-automated muscle morphometry analysis in teleosts

Abstract Background Quantitative histological analysis of skeletal muscle morphometry provides critical insights into muscle physiology but remains labor-intensive and technically demanding. While recent developments in machine learning-based image segmentation techniques have fa...

Exploring trajectories of physical functioning by transport mode, neighbourhood environment, and self-selection among mid-to-older adults: A multilevel longitudinal study in Brisbane, Australia

Physical functioning is a key determinant of quality of life and healthy ageing in mid-to-older adults; however, little is known about how transport mode and neighbourhood environmental features jointly shape trajectories of physical functioning. Additionally, potential confoundi...

Preventing a groundwater divide: Ensuring quality hydrogeology education for all in the age of online coursework following the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic forced an almost overnight rethink of traditional hydrogeology education, elevating online delivery as the primary means of teaching hydrogeology during 2020–2021. This change has had far-reaching effects, some of which persist in the form of greate...

Caring for Our Healthcare Workers: Advancing Human Resource Management Research in Healthcare Contexts

ABSTRACT In this special issue introduction paper, we seek to advance HRM scholarship by examining how HRM can support the health and wellbeing of the healthcare workforce amid profound economic, socio‐cultural and technological change affecting healthcare systems globally. First...

The EU 's Indo‐Pacific Strategy: Perspectives From Australia

ABSTRACT This article examines perceptions in Australia of the European Union's Indo‐Pacific Strategy, drawing on interviews conducted with government officials, experts and civil society actors. The EU is regarded positively as a friend and partner of Australia and equally commi...

Dual-criteria framework for lithium plating assessment in graphite/lithium iron phosphate cells

Lithium plating on graphite anodes remains a critical safety concern in lithium-ion batteries, yet its prediction is often unreliable due to reliance on single-criterion-based detection approaches. This work introduces a dual-criteria framework that integrates a thermodynamically...

Performance-normalized life cycle assessment of calcined and mechanochemically activated clays in Australia as cement substitutes

Abstract In response to the decreasing availability of high-grade kaolinitic clays, there is a growing shift toward using natural waste clays as supplementary cementitious materials. The performance of these waste clays is generally evaluated based on either strength or environme...

Mechanical Regulation of Transient Receptor Potential Vanilloid 4 Function in Aging and Cardiovasculature Disease

Vascular aging is characterized by progressive deterioration of blood vessel structure and function and is associated with increased vascular stiffness, endothelial dysfunction, and chronic inflammation. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying vascular stiffening and endothe...

Rethinking Environmental Impact Assessment for nature positive development

Achieving nature positive development within existing regulatory frameworks will be challenging. Halting and reversing biodiversity loss requires restoration and enhancement of ecosystems alongside a fundamental shift in how we value biodiversity and assess quantifiable improveme...

Evaluating a sexual violence primary prevention program at an Australian University: a realist protocol comprising a cluster non-randomized controlled trial and realist interviews

Abstract Background Sexual violence is highly prevalent in university settings, yet there remains limited evidence on what prevention interventions work, for whom, and under what conditions. This article outlines the protocol for a mixed method realist evaluation of an Australian...

Selective organ deposition of nanoparticles directed by metal–organic network coatings

Abstract Despite significant advances in nanoengineering, developing a universal nanoparticle engineering strategy that enables tailored nanoparticle organ deposition post intravenous administration remains challenging. Here, we report a simple and modular strategy mediated by me...

Artificial Intelligence and the Prospects for Net-Zero Energy and Net-Zero Carbon Buildings: A Science Mapping Analysis Using Digital Twins and Geographic Information Systems

This study explores the relationship between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and net-zero carbon buildings (NZCBs) and net-zero energy buildings (NZEBs) over the last decade. A thematic evolution has been observed in this research area, shifting from conventional optimization toward...

UAV‐Based Precision Seed Dropping for Automated Reforestation

ABSTRACT Wildfires and deforestation pose significant threats to forest ecosystems, motivating scalable methods for reforestation beyond labor‐intensive cultivation of native forest seedlings in nurseries. To enable large‐scale direct seeding of native species, this paper present...

Firm‐Level Climate Risk and Stock Price Crash: Does Investor Attention or Sentiment Matter?

ABSTRACT This study moves beyond traditional crash‐risk channels focused on managerial bad‐news hoarding to examine how firm‐level climate risk translates into stock price crashes through investor behaviour. Using a novel text‐based measure of climate exposure extracted from earn...