ARM Hub’s Cori Stewart elected ATSE Fellow for AI leadership
Professor Cori Stewart, Chief Executive Officer of ARM Hub, has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE).
Professor Stewart joins a group of 35 innovators recognised this year for achievements in applied science and engineering, specifically noted for her contributions to artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced manufacturing.
Recognising leadership
The ATSE Fellowship is regarded as the highest honour in Australia for those in the fields of applied science, technology, and engineering. ATSE, founded in 1975, is one of Australia's four learned academies, comprising over 900 experts who contribute evidence-based advice on the application of technology to address national challenges.
In its most recent announcement, ATSE cited Professor Stewart for her work in "supercharging AI & advanced manufacturing," marking her influence on both national and international technology sectors. She has been commended for her efforts in building advanced manufacturing capabilities, commercialising research and development, and forging links between Australian expertise and global markets.
Commercialisation and capability
The focus of Professor Stewart's work has been on bridging the gap between research and practical application, particularly within Australia's manufacturing sector. The ARM Hub, under her leadership, has facilitated AI and robotics adoption for hundreds of small and medium-sized enterprises, with the objective of scaling industry capabilities and driving international competitiveness.
"I'm thrilled to be elected a Fellow of ATSE, standing alongside Australia's greatest minds in science, engineering and technology," Professor Stewart said. "It's a privilege - and a responsibility - to bring my experience in scaling manufacturing, harnessing AI and commercialising R&D to the work ATSE does."
Australia currently invests the majority of its annual R&D spend - AUD $12 billion - in early-stage research. Professor Stewart has highlighted the necessity for greater emphasis on the commercialisation phase and industry adoption in order to ensure research outcomes are translated into economic and societal benefit.
Demonstrated sector impact
Recent projects illustrating the ARM Hub's influence include support for Stratoship's extended-duration stratospheric flights, technology deployment in seafood processing led by Umar Nguyen (also known as 'Fish Girl'), and the development of AI-driven sepsis detection systems at Microbio.
The ARM Hub's Propel-AIR initiative, identified as Australia's first AI and robotics sprint, concluded with Nexobot from Melbourne earning an international residency at Mass Robotics in Boston. This initiative connects Australian talent directly with global robotics hubs while supporting domestic capability growth.
ATSE's national mission
ATSE President Dr Katherine Woodthorpe commented on the significance of the 2025 Fellows' achievements, stating that the cohort is "behind truly game-changing innovations - from augmented reality to green hydrogen production to the batteries of the future."
Professor Stewart's election comes at a time when Australia is seeking to derive greater value from its research investments while strengthening sovereign capacity in key technology sectors. Her work reflects the Academy's objective to deliver practical impact through technology and engineering excellence.
"Together, we can inspire evidence-based change that delivers a better, fairer, more productive and sustainable future for Australians," Professor Stewart concluded.
The newly elected Fellows, including Professor Stewart, will be formally welcomed at the upcoming ATSE New Fellows Showcase and acknowledged alongside recipients of the National Awards for contributions to technology and engineering across Australia.
