Archived News for Research Sector Professionals
Scientists say they now know why some of the richest ore deposits on the planet formed.
Quiggin calls for power buy-back
A leading economist says the only way to fix the energy grid is to return it to public ownership.
Specialist fee range reviewed
A new report highlights the massive differences between fees charged by medical specialists.
Tech writers compile NBN review
While NBN Co drags its heels, outside forces have reported on its progress.
UK allows embryo editing
UK scientists have gained regulatory approval to genetically modify human embryos.
Big banks forge security link
The national security and finance sectors are coming together to form a new intelligence alliance.
Oldest fossils uncovered
Researchers have found direct evidence some of the oldest life on Earth, dating back over 3.7 billion years.
3D-printed sternum success
A British man has been implanted with a 3D-printed titanium sternum made by CSIRO.
Atmospheric origin expanded
A new study could change the way we think about the formation of Earth’s atmosphere.
Genes linked to blind disease
Australian scientists have found genes linked to a degenerative, incurable eye disease.
Joyce's choice gets pricey
The national pesticides authority is currently operating out of a rural fast food restaurant.
Profits spared in pesticide drop
Scientists say lower pesticide does not have to harm productivity or profitability for farms.
Reef leaks could seed rain
Coral reefs can emit a gas that affects rainfall, biogeochemists have found.
WHO sounds antibiotic alarm
The World Health Organisation says new antibiotics are needed to combat 12 families of dangerous bacteria.
Criminal response making ice worse
Experts say treating the ice 'epidemic' as a criminal problem rather than a health issue has made it worse.
Experts urge CCS leadership
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says Australia should get into carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology.
Laser-scanning 'scope revealed
Australian engineers have built an advanced microscope that can film neurons firing in living animals.
MND marker for better tracking
A new urine test for motor neurone disease could lead to improved treatments.