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Experts weigh 'healthy' obese claims
Swedish researchers are challenging the idea of ‘healthy obesity’.
New record for concentrated Sun
Australian researchers have set a new record for solar power generation.
Creative steps will outpace robots
Creative and emotional intelligence will be the keys to robot-proofing the workforce...
Genetic check goes deep on difference
A new study has looked at just how genetically different we all are.
Minister criticises needy uni's
Simon Birmingham says higher education providers are acting like “petulant toddlers” ...
Scitech shift locked in
Scitech - Western Australia's leading science education centre – is moving in next to the new WA Museum.
Coral caught dropping colour
Queensland researchers have filmed a particular coral bleaching behaviour for the first time.
More hints of fifth physical force
Physicists may have found new evidence of a fifth force of nature.
More Sun harnessed for quick cleaning
US researchers are working on a water disinfection device that can rapidly kill bacteria using light alone.
Neonicotinoids killing key bugs
Two studies this week show how pesticides are damaging to both butterflies and bees.
Reef bill runs into billions
A Queensland Government taskforce says it will cost about $8.2 billion to save the Great Barrier Reef.
Bacteria-bots trained on tumours
Bio-engineers are using bacteria controlled by magnets to deliver drugs.
Decades of health claims made public
A huge list of personal Medicare claims has been posted online, on purpose.
Folic facts falling out of mind
Most women are ignoring classic pregnancy supplements, researchers say.
PBS boost brings welcome inclusions
New listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) could save diabetics thousands of dollars a year.
Virtual strolls to stop real falls
Combining virtual reality and treadmill training helps prevent falls in older adults, according to a new study.
Natural? Not always
A Heart Foundation survey says half the products with the words “nature” or “natural” on the label do not form part of a healthy diet.
Dutton dismisses new abuse
Disturbing signs of abuse have again emerged from an Australian government facility.
Fight to fix failed Census
It’s been over 24 hours since #CensusFail, and mixed messages are still flying.