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Hussein Dia

Chair, Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, Swinburne University of Technology

Hussein Dia is Chair of Civil Engineering and also Deputy Director and Program Leader (Future Urban Mobility) at the Smart Cities Research Institute at Swinburne University of Technology.

He is a Civil Engineer with three decades of experience. He has worked extensively in collaboration with both the public and private sectors, including strong engagement with industry. His research interests are in next generation smart infrastructure systems and the convergence of technology, infrastructure and human elements in urban environments. His current work is focused on disruptive mobility and harnessing digital innovations to unlock potential opportunities for low carbon mobility.

Hussein is a Chartered Professional Engineer, Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Fellow of Engineers Australia and Fellow of the Institute of Transportation Engineers.

Hybrid cars are having a moment – even though they’re dirtier than we think. What’s behind their popularity?

Jun 20, 2024 05:42 am UTC| Insights & Views Business

Just last year, data suggested plug-in hybrid cars were on the way out in Australia. But theyre back. New data shows plug-in hybrids and conventional hybrids combined have overtaken battery electric vehicle sales in the...

Electric vehicle fires are very rare. The risk for petrol and diesel vehicles is at least 20 times higher

Sep 18, 2023 05:58 am UTC| Business

Two electric vehicle fires have been reported in Australia this week. Five cars were destroyed after a lithium battery ignited in a car parked at Sydney Airport on Monday. Firefighters believed the battery had been...

Electric Car Series

Electric utes can now power the weekend – and the work week

Feb 14, 2023 13:13 pm UTC| Business

Four years ago, then-Prime Minister Scott Morrison famously claimed electric vehicles (EVs) would end the weekend. Its not going to tow your trailer. Its not going to tow your boat. Its not going to get you out to your...

The road to new fuel efficiency rules is filled with potholes. Here's how Australia can avoid them

Aug 24, 2022 11:03 am UTC| Technology

Last week, federal Climate and Energy Minister Chris Bowen officially put fuel efficiency standards on the national agenda, saying the measure would reduce transport emissions and encourage electric vehicle uptake. Fuel...

'Self-driving' cars are still a long way off. Here are three reasons why

Apr 23, 2021 12:03 pm UTC| Technology

The recent crash of a Tesla car in the United States, in which two people died, has reignited debate about the capabilities and safety of todays self-driving technologies. Tesla cars include an autopilot feature which...

Coronavirus recovery: public transport is key to avoid repeating old and unsustainable mistakes

May 26, 2020 08:41 am UTC| Life

The coronavirus pandemic has affected our cities in profound ways. People adapted by teleworking, shopping locally and making only necessary trips. One of the many challenges of recovery will be to build on the momentum of...

Smart tech systems cut congestion for a fraction of what new roads cost

Nov 11, 2019 09:20 am UTC| Insights & Views Technology

The new transport projects governments are constantly announcing are expensive. In the recent New South Wales and Victorian elections, the returned state governments transport infrastructure promises added up to A$165...

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Economy

S&P 500 Positioning Hits Three-Year High: Market Trends and Risks

SP 500 Positioning at Three-Year High: Market Risks and Global Trends Positioning in the SP 500 has reached a three-year high, according to Citi strategists. This extended positioning contrasts with other global...

U.S. Stock Futures Fall as Corporate Earnings and Fed Rate Cuts Dominate Market Focus

U.S. Stock Futures Decline Ahead of Corporate Earnings Stock futures in the U.S. edged lower on Tuesday as investors prepared for a wave of quarterly earnings reports. As of 03:30 ET (07:30 GMT), Dow futures dropped 82...

Randstad Reports Stronger-Than-Expected Quarterly Profits Amid Economic Challenges

Randstads Quarterly Performance Exceeds Expectations Randstad, the worlds largest employment agency, announced its quarterly profits on Tuesday, reporting figures slightly above analysts expectations. Despite a...

Boeing's Shares Rise Amid Strike Resolution Hopes

Boeings Share Price Surge Boeing shares rose 3% on Monday, fueled by optimism surrounding a potential resolution to an ongoing strike affecting 33,000 workers. The vote on a new labor contract is scheduled for...

Gold Prices Near Record High Amid Political Uncertainties

Gold Prices Surge Amid U.S. Election Uncertainty Gold prices increased on Tuesday, hovering near a record high reached the previous day due to ongoing uncertainties surrounding the U.S. election and escalating tensions...

Politics

‘Because I Am Up For Election’ – Jon Tester Refuses to Endorse Kamala Harris, Ditches His Longtime Ally!

Montana Senator Jon Tester, a longtime supporter of Vice President Kamala Harris, shocked many by refusing to endorse her 2024 presidential run. On Monday, October 21, Tester told local Montana media that he would not back...

Laid-Off Auto Worker Blasts Kamala Harris' EV Mandate: ‘I'm Voting Trump for the First Time!’ in Michigan Shock

An auto worker in Macomb County, Michigan, recently laid off by Stellantis, is speaking out, directly blaming Vice President Kamala Harris electric vehicle (EV) mandate for his job loss. The worker, who is one of 1,100...

Nate Silver Warns ‘It Feels Like 2016 Again!’ as Donald Trump Steals the Spotlight with Media Stunts in Final Stretch

With just weeks remaining before the 2024 presidential election, prominent statistician and political analyst Nate Silver has sparked a wave of discussion with his latest remarks, comparing the current campaign environment...

Tim Walz Defends Ties with ‘War Hawk’ Liz Cheney: ‘She Won’t Lead Us to World War III!’

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing intense scrutiny over his defense of Liz Cheney, the former U.S. representative from Wyoming and a leading contender for a top position in Vice President Kamala Harriss potential...

Donald Trump Surges Ahead in Arizona Polls by 3 Points! ‘We’re Taking the State Back,’ He Declares at Rally

A new poll conducted by InsiderPolling shows Donald Trump leading Vice President Kamala Harris by 3 percentage points in Arizona. The survey, carried out on October 20-21 among 800 likely voters, has Trump at 50%, with...

Science

Elon Musk Surprised by SpaceX’s Successful First Attempt at Catching Starship Booster

SpaceX achieved a significant milestone by successfully catching the Super Heavy booster during Starship Flight 5, a feat that even surprised Elon Musk. Musk had initially predicted that it would take at least three...

Starlink Services Target South Korea by 2025, Pending Regulatory Approval

SpaceXs Starlink services may reach South Korea by early 2025, contingent on regulatory approval. The Ministry of Science and ICT has initiated key amendments to prevent frequent interference, signaling progress toward...

Nicotine Pouches Skyrocket in Popularity as Youth Tobacco Use Hits 25-Year Low — ‘This Is the New Trend,’ Experts Warn

Nicotine pouches have surged in popularity across the U.S., while traditional tobacco use has hit its lowest point in 25 years. Public health experts are now grappling with the implications of this emerging trend, as a...

SpaceX Sues California Coastal Commission, Alleging Political Bias Over Falcon 9 Launch Denials

SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission, accusing the agency of political bias in blocking several Falcon 9 launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The lawsuit, filed on October 15, comes...

SpaceX Shares Breathtaking Images of Starship Flight 5 Featuring Reentry and Stage Separation

SpaceX has unveiled stunning new images from its Starship Flight 5 test, capturing key moments like booster recovery, stage separation, and plasma engulfing the upper stage during reentry. These high-definition images,...

Technology

Nvidia Targets Thailand: December Reveal of Game-Changing Investment Plans

Thailands Commerce Minister announced that Nvidia will disclose its investment strategy during CEO Jensen Huangs December trip to Bangkok. The anticipated move is expected to amplify Southeast Asias allure for global tech...

Apple Vision Pro Not Meant for the Masses, Tim Cook Admits Price Is Too High for Most Buyers

Tim Cook acknowledged that the Apple Vision Pro is not targeted at the masses due to its high price point. Despite poor sales, Apple is working on a cheaper model to be released in 2025, aiming to recapture market...

Solana Shakes Off Pump.fun’s $6.6M Dump, $47M SOL Still at Stake for Whales

Solanas price stayed strong, rising 9.3% for the week, despite Pump.fun selling $6.6 million worth of SOL. With $47 million still held, whales are on high alert for the next market twist. Solana Defies Pump.funs $6.6M...

Shiba Inu’s Shibarium Shocks With 3,370% Transaction Surge—What’s Fueling This Massive Spike?

Shiba Inus Shibarium saw an astonishing 3,370% jump in transactions within days, skyrocketing from 3,690 to over 324,000. The surge hints at growing community adoption, though the exact trigger remains...

BONK Meme Coin Sees 30% Volume Surge After Upbit Listing, Eyes Golden Cross Rally

Upbit has officially listed Solanas meme coin, BONK, for spot trading with the USDT pair, causing a 30% spike in trading volume and a 7% price increase within an hour of the announcement. Investors anticipate further price...