Archived News for Research Sector Professionals
Coal death could come sooner
Economists have warned Australia's thermal coal exports could plummet faster than expected.
Good signs in antibiotic trials
A new antibiotic against drug-resistant bacteria is showing promise after a phase 2 trial on 448 patients.
Green switch modelled
Australian economists have modelled the transition to a world in which sustainable sources supply all our energy needs.
Health system suicide studied
Experts say systemic change is needed to tackle suicide in the health workforce.
New boost for CO2 capture
Engineers have developed electrochemical cells that convert carbon monoxide (CO) from CO2 into commercially viable compounds more effectively and efficiently than ever before.
SA told to re-awaken sleep lab
A petition with over 2,000 signatures has urged SA to re-open a sleep laboratory at the new Royal Adelaide Hospital.
Ancient teeth give climate data
A set of 250,000-year-old teeth have revealed unprecedented detail about ancient children.
VR needles for dental training
A new program is giving dental students a unique opportunity to practice administering injections in a virtual reality environment.
Birmingham knock-backs decried
Universities have expressed dismay at “political interference” in the blocking of $4 million in grants.
CSIRO fish tool released
CSIRO has developed an online tool to improve fisheries management in Indonesia.
Global hot spells mapped
A new database provides insights into current and past heatwaves around the world.
Kepler's era wraps up
NASA is preparing to send off the most prolific planet-hunting machine in history.
MDBA slammed in new review
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) has been accused of maladministration.
New method for reef preservation
Scientists have applied economic techniques to plan for the long-term future of the planet’s coral reefs.
Water app for citizen science
CSIRO has launched a new app to empower citizens scientists to monitor water quality.
Cranes gamed for serious safety
Australian researchers have used video game software to enhance the safety of crane lift training and operation.
Pollution deaths tallied
Seven million deaths are caused by air pollution each year, new global stats show.
'Twisted' light for fibre boost
A new development could vastly increase the speed of fibre-optic communication.
Companies see change coming
Australian company directors have nominated climate change as a number one issue for the Federal Government.
Coral 'bots backed
Researchers say match-making robots could be used to help increase coral spawning.