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Stanford making robots feel
Engineers are developing an artificial nervous system that could give robots reflexes and the ability to sense touch.
ANSTO staff hit by SAP glitch
The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation's (ANSTO) is fixing tech errors in response to workers’ concerns.
Paper mill wants green power
Australian Paper wants to build a $600 million incinerator to turn waste into power.
Studies question chemo needs
New studies suggest some people with breast and lung cancers could forgo chemotherapy and still live longer.
UTS set for high-tech mining
Australian engineers are looking for ways to 3D-print mining equipment.
Brain-growing genes discovered
Researchers have found a set of human genes that could explain our giant brains.
AI wins cancer-spotting test
An artificial intelligence system has beat experienced dermatologists at diagnosing skin cancer.
Climate change to hit poorest
Researchers have reviewed the difference in climate change impacts for wealthy and poor nations.
Experts spot algae rafts
Experts say toxin-producing microalgae could be rafting its way to Australia.
Rivers' carbon role revealed
A global study has found dusty, dry riverbeds can become carbon emitters when the water starts flowing again.
Study probes supplement success
Scientists say there is no evidence that vitamin or mineral pills protect against or help to treat heart disease.
'Low risk' cancers slip through cracks
Experts say men diagnosed with ‘low risk’ prostate cancer are not being followed up properly.
Gut probes getting better
Researchers are testing swallowable devices that can monitor gut health in real time.
Food labels could change habits
New research suggests graphic cigarette-style warnings on junk food packaging would be a good deterrent to consumers when deciding what to eat.
Health app for teens revealed
A new program launched this week aims to improve young people’s unhealthy lifestyle behaviours.
Maths/science link studied
Universities are studying how important high school mathematics study is for success in tertiary-level science courses.
Asthma origin uncovered
Australian researchers have studied the link between severe respiratory infection and the development of asthma.
Massive human impact measured
New studies show the wildly disproportionate effect humans have had on life on Earth.