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Engineers have harnessed the abilities of both a solar cell and a battery in one device.
Nanocrystals tested for solar boost
Australian researchers have used nanocrystals to boost the production of hydrogen fuel.
Screen time limits studied
Limiting children’s recreational screen time to less than two hours a day linked to better cognition.
Supplement study shows caffeine kick
A new study shows some sports supplements contain massive amounts of caffeine.
Mango skins show sludge skills
Nanoparticles from green mango peel could be used to clean up oil sludge.
Research risked by corporate distortion
Experts say industry influence on research agendas must be addressed.
STEM study shows gender split
Patterns have been observed in academic grades of 1.6 million students, showing that girls and boys perform very similarly in STEM.
CSIRO has eyes on space
Australia’s national science agency wants to get involved in NASA’s plan to build a Moon base.
ASIC urges climate details
ASIC says Australian companies should do more to disclose risks posed by climate change.
Quick success for new filter
Australian researchers have designed a nano-filter that can clean dirty water over 100 times faster than current technology.
Space net clears debris
Scientists are testing ways to catch ‘space junk’ - old rocket and spacecraft parts orbiting the Earth.
Call to stop caffeinating kids
Experts want to ban the sale of caffeinated energy drinks to children and young people.
Oldest animal uncovered
Scientists have found what appears to be the earliest confirmed animal in the geological record.
Schools note musical help
A school scheme in WA is pairing disadvantaged student with members of the West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO).
Animal openness encouraged
Scientists have been urged to be more open with the public about how and why lab-animals are used.
Cocaine gene therapy tested
US researchers have helped mice beat their cocaine addictions using gene therapy.
New foil for water treatment
Australian researchers have come up with a metal strip that can remove impurities like dyes and heavy metals from water.