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Researchers are working out how sharks use the Earth’s magnetic field to guide their international adventures.
Drone teams grid ocean
Scientists are flying small drones in a grid formation to monitor the environment.
Experts probe first clot claims
A new study sheds more light on the risk of rare blood clots from the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Experts wrap coral probe
Scientists have completed the first comprehensive study of north western Australia’s deep corals.
Fish limits aid Reef
Experts say limited fishing ‘yellow zones’ are still important tools for protecting the Great Barrier Reef.
Key kidney enzyme uncovered
Australian researchers have identified an enzyme that could help 700 million people who live with chronic kidney disease.
Ministers meet for water talks
Federal and state Murray-Darling Basin water ministers have agreed to a 2024 deadline for new water-saving projects.
NAB backs coal port
NAB is helping to finance the world's largest coal export terminal, but with a number of green conditions.
New bug kills waste bacteria
The discovery of a new organism could solve a common problem in wastewater treatment.
New disaster agency launched
The Federal Government is spending $600 million to create the National Recovery and Resilience Agency (NRRA).
Reef restoration efforts questioned
A global survey has highlighted a ‘notable’ lack of Australian coral restoration projects.
Robots trained for superbug sweep
Robotics could be used to combat one of the greatest threats to global health and food security.
Farm-bot wastes weeds
Engineers have created a farming robot that uses lasers to kill 100,000 weeds per hour.
New tool for mass gene-edits
Researchers have created a new gene-editing technique that enables millions of genetic experiments...
Females rise in research ranks
The number of female authors in Australian medical journals is on the rise.
Quantum tech for heat-power
Australian nuclear scientists are helping gather extra power from waste heat.