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Internal emails show Adani demanded the names of all federal agency scientists reviewing its contentious groundwater plans.
Green cities group launched
Experts want government funding to help make Australian cities healthier and more sustainable.
Big success for local 'bot
University of Technology Sydney (UTS) has won a global award for home service robotics.
Ancient eel traps honoured
A Victorian indigenous site older than the pyramids, the Acropolis and Stonehenge has won World Heritage status.
Artificial light affecting fish
A new report says clownfish reproduction is threatened by artificial light in coral reefs.
Cats nip billions
Experts say pet and feral cats together kill over two billion reptiles, birds and mammals per year in Australia.
Cave drips offer rainfall insight
The world’s first-ever analysis of cave drip waters has shown stalagmites can provide vital clues towards understanding past rainfall patterns.
Climate strikes set for September
After several rounds of student climate strikes, advocates say it is now the adults’ turn.
Power drives emissions rise
Australia’s emissions are at the highest on record, driven by an increase in emissions from the electricity sector.
Solar desal does double duty
A new device could solve two problems in one stroke – producing both electricity and clean water using sunlight.
AI enlisted for drug design
Australian researchers have used AI to develop a more effective seasonal flu vaccine.
High-tech metal observed
Australian researchers have described the first ever observation of a native ferroelectric metal.
Nerve surgery feels successful
Australian surgeons have restored a high degree of arm and hand movement to patients with tetraplegia - paralysis of both upper and lower limbs.
Study plugs nuclear option
A new study says Australia should consider nuclear reactors as a realistic option to confront its deepening energy crisis.
Local lands key NASA role
An Australian professor has been given a unique role in a new NASA mission.
MIT moves into SA
MIT has announced plans to set up a new research centre in Adelaide's Lot Fourteen CBD innovation precinct.
STEM study shows gender barrier
New research shows women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields are facing barriers that require attitude changes and additional support.
Aboriginal water levy supported
A new survey suggests most Australians would pay a levy of around $21 to reallocate water to Aboriginal people.
External effects on sperm studied
The social conditions that a male grows up in could influence the amount of X and Y chromosome sperm that he produces.