News-in-Brief – September 2024 

Industry News September 11, 2024
NATA team

It’s no too late to have your say on the new Standards replacing the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) 

The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care is developing National Safety and Quality Medical Imaging (NSQMI) Standards that will replace the current DIAS standards.  

You are invited you to review the draft NSQMI Standards. The review period closes Friday, 27 September 2024.  

You can make your submissions here  

More information  
Visit safetyandquality.gov.au/NSQMI-Standards or contact the Commission’s Safety and Quality Advice Centre

Standards Australia’s NEXTgen program: Building Expertise in Industry Standards

Standards Australia’s NEXTgen Program offers emerging industry and technical experts the opportunity to engage directly in national and international standardisation processes.  

Over 10 months, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how Standards are developed, attend webinars, meetings, and professional development activities. 

Through this program, participants will build essential skills for contributing to Standards development and collaborate with peers and key stakeholders across various industries.

The NEXTgen Program aims to support the future of standards by investing in the next generation of leaders and experts.  

By the end of the program, participants will have the tools and networks needed to play a significant role in shaping standards that benefit the Australian community. 

If you have an interest in getting involved, you can learn more here  

Winners announced for 2024 NMI Measurement Awards 

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) has announced the winners of the 2024 NMI Measurement Awards, which celebrate exceptional achievements in measurement science across Australia.  

This year saw dual recipients of the prestigious Barry Inglis Medal for sustained contributions to Australian metrology. Professor Vincent Wallace from the University of Western Australia and Professor Withawat Withayachumnankul from the University of Adelaide were both recognised for their significant work in terahertz technology and measurement.  

Dr. Pei Lay Yap from the University of Adelaide was awarded the Measurement Achievement Encouragement Award for her efforts in standardizing graphene characterisation.  

Dr. Arman Siahvashi from the University of Sydney received the NMI Measurement Impact Award for his development of high-precision measurement devices supporting the clean energy sector and also won the People’s Choice Award. 

Winners of the 2024 Barry Inglis Medal: ProfessorVincent Wallace from the University of Western Australia and Professor Withawat Withayachumnankul from the University of Adelaide.
Credit: National Measurement Institute/DISR