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There are promising signs for a chlamydia vaccine after recent clinical trials.
Expert reflects on health ceiling
An Australian health expert says there are still some deliberate efforts being made to exclude women from leadership roles.
Heatwaves harm coral structure
New research shows marine heatwaves are a much bigger threat to coral reefs than previously thought.
IPCC issues food warning
The latest IPCC report suggests mankind may have to change the way it eats.
Carnivals could ruin sport
Experts say compulsory sports carnival participation could put children off exercise for life.
Chinese monitoring questioned
An international student at uni in Brisbane has received a warning from Chinese authorities.
Costumes could fight stigma
Having medical students wear a ‘fat suit’ can help destigmatise obesity, German researchers say.
Higher ed strike for climate
Thousands of university students have skipped classes to call for urgent action on climate change.
Reefs hit by phosphate mine
Research shows phosphate mining is damaging coral reefs around Christmas Island.
Sea rise tracked back
New research suggests global sea level rise has been occurring decades longer than previously thought.
AI bike revealed
Chinese researchers have unveiled an autonomous bicycle powered by a new type of artificial intelligence chip.
AI trained on heartbeats
New studies show AI can spot abnormal heart rhythms within a matter of seconds.
CSIRO studies gas switch
CSIRO has completed a detailed study of fugitive greenhouse gas emissions from CSG production.
Dark matter lab re-ignited
The Victorian Government has put up funds for a dark matter laboratory located in an old gold mine.
Epilepsy genes uncovered
A new, large scale study has looked at the genetic sequences of people with epilepsy.
Insect eyes inspire new tech
Experts are taking design tips from nature – attempting to recreate the extraordinary vision of insects.
Jab policy allows wealthy choice
The Australian Government’s ‘No Jab, No Pay’ vaccination policy may disproportionately impact low-income families, new research suggests.
Study suggests pancreatic target
Curtin University researchers have discovered a potential new treatment for an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer.