NISAR is a deliberate response to a number of traditional radar monitoring issues, as a global baseline monitoring system  that makes ground movement data available to everyone. NISAR satellite with deployed radar and solar arrays. (Source: NASA Science) What are the Benefits of NISAR Compared to Traditional SAR Dual-frequency capability Traditional satellites used a single radar band. NISAR combines L-band and S-band, so it can both penetrate vegetation and capture high-deta

The primary responsibilities of universities in New Zealand have always been research and education. That’s still the core job. But the nature of innovation has smiply changed. Now that the pace of applied technology is increasing - our institutions need to take on a third role. Act as a launch platform for real-world commercial deployment. Universities are already protecting intellectual property through internal policies, and many have commercialisation offices doing good w

Remote and under-resourced areas face daily challenges that limit economic growth and opportunities. Farming struggles with unpredictable weather, financial services are often out of reach, job options are limited, and small businesses face difficulties accessing markets. Improved Financial Access Accessing loans or banking services can be difficult in remote areas where formal banks are unavailable. AI platforms offer solutions by evaluating creditworthiness using non-tradit

Traditionally, structural inspections have relied on visual assessments, manual measurements, and occasional testing. However, with advances in Internet of Things (IoT) technology, real-time monitoring systems have transformed how engineers assess and maintain bridge stability. Real-time monitoring enables engineers to receive continuous updates on the structural health of bridges. This technology provides insights that are impossible to obtain with periodic inspections alone