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A NSW Legislative Assembly will look into accusations that the state’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) covered up the extent of coal dust pollution.
Ladybird among 'bots by Researcher of the Year
A giant robotic “ladybird” has been awarded for its contribution to the future of farming.
Metal centres outline tomorrow's trades
Australian and Chinese researchers will come together at new sites dedicated to advanced 3D-printing.
Plea for better treatment as fish rights forgone
Fish have the same emotional and mental capabilities as other vertebrates, yet they do not get anywhere near the same regard from most humans.
Braille gloves give better haptic learning
A pair of high-tech gloves could help people learn how to read and write Braille, and they won’t have to pay too much attention.
Big billions give GE power in France
One of the world’s best-known companies will buy a power outfit for over $17 billion.
Handy hints in next-gen tips for new treatments
A new set of guidelines is aimed at preparing healthcare workers for the next generation of diagnostic treatments.
Broad grants aim to close key learning gaps
The Federal Education Department has put up $5 million in grants for a series of important projects.
Studying study tests assessment
Researchers in the US have been investigating just what an assessor should look for when they are evaluating teachers.
Bets hedged on gamblers' heads to break addictive grip
Australian scientists will look inside the brain for physical evidence of gambling addiction, with the launch of an important research project.
Flowers' many forms could come from jumping DNA
While they are well-received by the mainstream population, flowers have been bugging evolutionary biologists since Darwin, but a new study may soon end the mystery.
Icy climes fail to slow human hits on Antarctica
Authorities from Australia and around the world say Antarctica faces major risks, and more must be done to help.
Lines drawn, options passed in vote to kill anti-green bill
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) lives on for now, and the Prime Minister has been handed his first option for a double dissolution.
New curtains reveal value of mine water
A new Australian invention could see a massive reduction in wastewater at mine sites, while boosting value too.
Robot's riding quest asks important questions
A friendly pile of junk will be making its way across Canada in an experiment to see if robots can trust humans.
Smart-phone radiation detectors tested
A new smart-phone app designed by Australian researchers could save lives soon.
Building a better industry with new custom hub
Better products for the building industry could be just around the corner, with local authorities working on a new age of green manufacturing.
Cancer boost brought by several sites
Three new centres will help bring exciting Australian medical research into the real world, with over $19 million for a healthy future in New South Wales.
Eyes on lab-grown retinas show the way to replacements
Scientists have reported some success in efforts to grow an eyeball in a laboratory dish.
Mozzies turned against themselves in hope of dengue death
Mosquitoes may be used for the opposite of their usual purpose, in a project releasing swarms to reduce dengue fever.
Solar link shines light on need for new sources
Australian researchers are boosting their technological ties with the US, and energy efficiency will be the big winner.