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Reef hits cause concern
Back-to-back cyclones have raised alarm about potential damage to parts of the Great Barrier Reef.
Doomsday Clock maintains risk
In a reminder of global perils, the Doomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight.
Melanoma leaders honoured
Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolyer have been jointly named the 2024 Australians of the Year.
Protein seen as cancer switch
A protein in the immune system can be manipulated to help overcome bowel cancer, according to new research.
Wealth gap widens
Oxfam has revealed alarming statistics on the burgeoning fortunes of the world's richest ...
Achievement falls in funding gap
Public school financial shortfalls could be widening the achievement gap, new figures show.
Camera tuned to animal eyes
A new camera system allows humans to see the world through an animal's eyes.
Flies show rejection aggression
Being rejected by a potential mate is stressful for male fruit flies, research suggests.
Poorer regions fluoride deprived
Disadvantaged Queenslanders face higher dental disease risk due to a lack of fluoridated water.
Sea swept for microbe data
An international research team has created an extensive new catalogue of marine microbes.
Self-serve could kill loyalty
A new study looks at the effect of self-service checkouts on customers’ loyalty.
AC aids smoke protection
A new study shows workplace air conditioning can cut the health risks posed by bushfire smoke.
Nappies mashed for new builds
Researchers are working on ways to build sustainable homes using recycled nappies.
Sit risks followed
An international study has cast light on the significant health risks associated with prolonged sitting at work.
BoM slammed amid uncertainty
With wild weather across the country, armchair experts are attacking the Bureau of Meteorology with renewed fervour.
Epigenetic aspect to cancer resistance
Australian researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the fight against breast cancer.