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An international team of researchers have found that Africa’s most versatile crop may be the genetic gift that keeps on giving.
Periodic adjustment prompted by new discovery
A new discovery will require an addition to the periodic table, with the confirmation of a previously unknown element in Europe.
Shot for the heart, never too late
A new study has found that in some circumstances a flu vaccine can lower the risk of heart attack by 45 per cent.
Three gene stewards rewarded
Three Australian institutions have been recognised for their efforts to combat wheat rust diseases, receiving the Borlaug Global Rust Initiative (BGRI) Gene Stewardship prize.
Water permeates the moon, somehow spills to surface
Findings published in the latest edition of Nature Geoscience reveal that water from deep within the Moon’s ancient interior has made its way to the surface.
Eating habits of the semi-naked chef
It seems Neolithic man may be less primitive than we imagine, with new research showing the culinary habits of ancient cooks bordered on gourmet.
Paving the way to green building future
A ground-breaking plant is being set up in Newcastle, the first site in the world to turn carbon emissions directly into bricks and pavers for construction.
Plotting the path of avian flu in Asian markets
Researchers are plotting the evolution of a strain of avian flu currently spreading in China, finding that it emerged in tandem with a similar flu that can infect mammals.
Study aims to help small-time miners make the cut
New research being undertaken by the Queensland University of Technology seeks to help small mining and exploration companies, but may have slightly missed the mark.
Study shows repeated costs of non-vaccination
Data shows that around a quarter of infants admitted to hospital with flu symptoms during swine flu outbreaks of 2009 developed other serious complications, another important reason for parents to vaccinate their kids, paediatricians say.
Stunning control over gene coding steps up health potential
Genetic coding through genome editing has reached a new level of precision; enhancing the ability to edit and alter an organism's DNA.
Watch out for wheels of the wealthy
A new report has found drivers of expensive cars are less likely to obey the road rules or be courteous to other motorists.
Asthma exacerbated by cars and hearths
Asthma is made worse by exposure to pollution from traffic and wood-fired heaters, a new University of Melbourne study has found.
Damsel's hidden talents unveiled
Queensland researchers have found a small fish that knows a good trick to avoid being eaten.
Grants to help mental health in Victoria
Research grants have been awarded to Monash University in the effort to improve the state’s mental health sector on a systemic level.
Joint effort to gain full sight of the Bight
A joint initiative will see an in-depth survey of the Great Australian Bight carried out over four years by the CSIRO in collaboration with BP oil explorations.
Microbial odd couple boosting biofuel
Researchers in the United States have used microbes to achieve the highest rate yet in the conversion of plant material into biofuel.
Processors and plants combined for water security
New research has led to the development of a model for assessing the best way to install natural barriers for protecting vital groundwater supplies.
Lattice linking strength, functionality
Engineering researchers have developed a new kind of building block which is both incredibly strong and small.
New device marries mine safety, productivity
Researchers at CSIRO are abuzz with the success of their new development; a tracker called WASP (or Wireless Ad hoc System for Positioning) designed for use in underground mines.
Don't avoid the flavonoids
Two new studies have suggested celery, artichokes and certain herbs may be able to kill human pancreatic cancer cells.