Archived News for Research Sector Professionals
Research sector hit predicted
A new study looks at the impact of COVID-19 on Australia’s research sector.
Saliva test spots cancer
A simple saliva test developed in Queensland has detected early throat cancer in a person who had no symptom and no clinical signs of cancer.
Adani approved by ignorant system
There is new evidence that expert advice was ignored or dismissed in the Adani Carmichael mine approval process.
Sound drives next-gen chips
Australian engineers are working on new microchips that use light and sound rather than electricity.
Former MP gets spy tech role
Former Labor MP Mike Kelly has found a new job with a global giant in spy technology, just days after retiring from Parliament.
Green power for local rebirth
A new report says Australia could power a manufacturing ‘renaissance’ using renewable energy.
Psoriasis more than skin deep
Researchers say psoriasis should not be considered just a skin disease, but rather a complex disorder of chronic inflammation.
Ancient lake provides insight
A prehistoric lake has provided a long-term record of floods and flows on the Murray Darling River.
Logging linked to fierce fires
Logging of native forests appears to have increased the risk and of the recent, catastrophic Australian bushfires.
Nearly half live in hotspots
A new study warns that up to three billion people live in areas that will be too hot for humans within 50 years.
Sleeping brain seen 'replaying'
Scientists have observed a brain organising new thoughts as its host body sleeps.
Alarm over cyber gaps
Federal MPs have issued a strong warning over Australia's cybersecurity issues.
Contact-tracing questioned
Experts warn that contact-tracing apps are not a solution to the COVID-19 crisis.
Hydrogen money flows
The Federal Government has created a $300 million fund to help finance hydrogen projects.
Male health reluctance studied
A new report suggests men might not be more reluctant to see a doctor than women are.