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Researchers in the US have gained control of the elusive “particle” of sound, the phonon.
Experts engaged for silicosis studies
WorkCover Queensland has engaged major universities for research on support for workers diagnosed with silicosis.
Apple gap uncovered
Researchers say Apple iPhones have been infected with spyware, leading to an alarming security failure.
Breast cancer bump studied
Hormone replacement therapy soon after menopause may increase breast cancer risk.
Nanotube computing tested
Engineers are working on a new era of computing built on tiny tubes of carbon.
Reef outlook "very poor"
A Federal Government report has downgraded the long-term outlook for the Great Barrier Reef to “very poor”.
Space deal signed
A new deal is expected to drive growth for Australia's space and spatial industries.
Andrews plugs space jobs
Questions have been asked about the ability of Australia’s new space agency to create jobs.
La Trobe plugs high-tech changes
La Trobe University is pushing to become Victoria's first carbon-neutral tertiary facility.
Ocean sink effect diminishing
Scientists have uncovered what they say is a new threat from ocean acidification.
Official look at Chinese influence
A new Federal Government taskforce will look at Chinese influence at Australian universities.
PFAS fighter patented
Australian researchers have patented a new invention to prevent the spread of pollutants from contaminated concrete.
Plastic pervades drinking supplies
Experts say we are all drinking microplastics, and cannot tell if they are making us sick.
Report denies nuclear need
Australia's renewable energy boom allows it to leapfrog nuclear power, a new report says.
Rock raft for reef boost
The Great Barrier Reef is set to receive a restocking of new coral from a 150sq km pumice raft on its way to our shores.
Next gen threads printed
Research engineers have used laser printing technology to produce waterproof e-textiles in minutes.
Coal towns see sulphur spike
An international review has found Australian regions with coal-fired power stations are among hot spots for sulphur dioxide pollution.
Elderly dental boost studied
A study at two aged care homes suggests brushing teeth twice a day could save lives.
DNA re-jigged to store data
Researchers have turned living cells into computers, using DNA for information processing and storage.