Archived News for Research Sector Professionals
New studies show the wildly disproportionate effect humans have had on life on Earth.
Ocean fossils show new timeline
A new finding by Australian researchers could change our understanding of the history of the ocean.
Satellites plot ebb and flow
Experts have reviewed the impact of human-driven climate change on freshwater reserves around the world.
World Bank reports carbon return
The World Bank says global carbon markets are back from the brink of collapse.
Bitcoin power cost counted
New research suggests the digital mining of virtual coins has a very tangible cost.
Blood pressure awareness warning
New studies say more than a third of people have high blood pressure but many are unaware they have it.
Health studies getting tech edge
The Department of Health is looking at new ways to allow scientists to collaborate on public health research, using blockchain encryption.
New report defends NAPLAN
Analysts say many of the major criticisms of NAPLAN are not borne out by evidence.
Regional parents get remote help
NSW is running a trial that gives parents in regional and rural areas access to specialised support services for severe behavioural problems in young children.
CSIRO science gets new ears
Upgrades at CSIRO’s Parkes radio telescope will let astronomers ‘hear’ a wider range of objects in space.
FIFO study finds stress
Over a quarter of FIFO workers from have reported high or very high psychological distress ...
Sea snail memories swapped
Scientists have taken memories from one sea snail and injected them into another.
Computer learns to move like mammals
Scientists have built a computer system modelled on the human brain, which learned to navigate like a mammal.
Experts improve BCI learning
Swiss researchers say they improved the method for training brain-computer interfaces.
Budget brings STEM boost
This week’s federal Budget includes a range of funding for universities and research infrastructure.
Carp study sounds warning
Experts say mass carp culling could have a major impact on native flora and fauna.
Warming could make MPAs misplaced
Experts say CO2 emissions could make it too warm for species living in marine protected areas (MPAs).