Marcela Bilek uses an X-ray photoelectron spectrometer to analyse the surface of a material. In this ARC Linkage Project, Bilek will use the X-ray photoelectron spectrometer to look at and analyse surface contaminants on glass.
Koala conservation, lowering emissions from buildings, an evaluation of immigration policy and the better use of fruit and vegetable waste are some of the University of Sydney research projects to benefit from the latest round of Australian Research Council Linkage Project grants. The University of Sydney received a total of $3.76 million over the next four years from the Australian Research Council for 10 projects, some of which are outlined below. These projects will be supported by additional $1.6 million cash contributions and further 'in-kind' contributions of around $6.8 million from partner organisations and other collaborators. ARC Linkage Projects link researchers with partner organisations outside of the higher education sector to carry out collaborative research in any discipline. Professor Marcela Bilek and Professor David McKenzie , School of Physics will receive $730,000 for collaborating with VELUX, a leading glazing manufacturer, to develop new vacuum-insulated windows made from toughened glass. The windows will make buildings more energy efficient. A project led by Professor Mary Crock , Sydney Law School will receive $320,000 for the interdisciplinary, multi-national study to evaluate the impact of immigration policy over 50 years and across five countries, includes measures to deter and control irregular immigration.
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