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Ginseng can help treat and prevent influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), according to new research.
Hawking warns preparation is low, as we prepare to outdo ourselves
It is all but inevitable that humans will create an Artificial Intelligence capable of outdoing to the human brain, and Stephen Hawking says we should be better prepared.
Locals get new tools for interstellar dating
Australian astronomers will have access to one of the most advanced devices in the world for investigating the origin of stars, with the launch of a $13 million tool.
Study wakes sleeping debate on anaesthetic mechanism
Despite its widespread use, the actual mechanism by which general anaesthetic works has remained mysterious, but new research has shed a small amount of light on the common practice.
Brandis calls for climate views with a relaxed relation to reality
Federal Attorney-General George Brandis says ignoring people who deny climate science is “medieval”.
New boss at northern Uni will settle before seeking changes
Charles Darwin University has appointed a new chief for rural campuses across the Northern Territory.
Better metal through simple strains at Monash
A new technique is being developed in Australian labs, which promises to produce metals with greater strength, better corrosion resistance and increased biocompatibility.
Experts slam big schools spend
Three Australian academics have condemned the $16.2 billion Building the Education Revolution scheme as a stuff-up destined to become “an international case study of government failure”.
Strange, unique sex lives spied in cuttlefish gut
Ten new species of parasite have been discovered in the kidneys of cuttlefish, and it appears the microscopic bugs enforce strict boundaries on their sexuality.
Dam study paper to ease cost of hydropower
Humans may love building dams, but they have not been so great for fish, until now.
Sine panel shines on dark alleys
All around the world people are working in dark, cramped little alleyways and backstreets, but as cities become taller and more dense the light is fading for many.
Super laser burns path to new knowledge
A lab in the US has fired its new 12 gigaelecton-volt laser.
Liver talk puts the hard word on Hep C
The last week saw the annual gathering of the latest findings in liver studies, this year detailing many exciting developments for hepatitis C virus treatment.
Power shift costs less than price of inaction, IPCC says
The latest report all but screams the need for governments to change their energy mix toward less carbon-reliant sources.
Spinal signals revived with electrical backing
Incredible research has given hope to many suffering paralysis as a result of spinal cord damage, with a small trial in the US showing some excellent results.
Kids' fear and stress stamped in DNA
A study has shown that growing up in a stressful environment affects a child’s DNA, modifying their development through disadvantage.
Archive compiles ancient learning for new look at books
A living archive has been launched in Darwin, to breathe life into Indigenous languages recorded decades ago.
Bleeding memory exposes all-important online data
UPDATE 14/04: The NSA has denied reports that it has been using Heartbleed as a spying tool.
Biologists watch rapid advance of cellular in-fighting
Researchers have observed an incredible microbial arms race, as bacteria fight to contain their killer viruses.
Blind tests debunk beloved violin myth
An experiment has been conducted to test the prestige of the world’s most famous violins.
Macquarie success is clear lesson for others
Seven years of incredible conservation efforts have led to the declaration that Macquarie Island is free of pests.