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A review has found climate change lawsuits against governments have had more success than those against fossil fuel companies.
Colonial climate effects observed
Researchers have found evidence of changes in climate coinciding with the first wave of European settlement of Australia.
Dams seen as major emitters
A new study suggests agricultural dams would be an excellent place to cut carbon emissions.
Quantum sensor for scalable silicon
Australian engineers have overcome another critical technical hurdle for building a silicon-based quantum computer.
Air pollution linked to kids' disability
Australian-led research has found air pollution may increase the risk of intellectual disabilities in kids.
Drones flown for shark data
Drones are being used to provide a new perspective into shark behaviour.
Implant reports reveal deadly toll
A massive international investigation has revealed a shocking number of medical device-related deaths.
New cladding fills old issues
Australian researchers have developed an organic, non-combustible and lightweight cladding core ...
QLD launches local space race
Australia has made its first commercial rocket launch with a craft sent skyward from rural Queensland.
Scientists spell out election aims
The Australian Academy of Science has outlined its priorities for the 2019 federal election.
New brain region detailed
An Australian neuroscientist has discovered a previously unknown area in the human brain.
University assault body shelved
Federal Education Minister Dan Tehan has reportedly put aside plans for a taskforce to scrutinise university responses to sexual assault and harassment.
Cheap tsunami system tested
Experts are testing a simple and low-cost early warning system for tsunamis.
Giant plant database posted
International researchers have produced the world's first global vegetation database ...
Ovarian cancer blood test success
Australian research has led to the development of a new blood test for the early diagnosis of ovarian cancer.
Plastics pervade Reef species
Microplastics and other man-made fibres have been found in a popular fish species on the Great Barrier Reef.
Sludge seen in new light
A waste product, disposed of as landfill in the past, has been unearthed as a powerful fertiliser.
Semiconductor switched for thin air
Researchers at RMIT University have engineered a new type of transistor that sends electrons through air.
Fusion tests hit high degrees
A Chinese fusion reactor has achieved a temperature of over 100 million degrees.