Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - November, 2016
A survey of farmers has found many are concerned about looming threats, but feel unrepresented.
Outside diabetic effect found
A new diabetes twin study has shed light on the environmental factors behind the condition.
Sleeping lets anger seep in
Going to sleep in a huff after a late night argument lets the anger seep deeper, researchers say.
MIT makes cool nano advance
MIT engineers have made water freeze at a temperature that would normally boil it.
Gun study shows little video effect
Product placement of real-world gun brands in video games does not appear to affect attitudes towards the gun, a new study shows.
Odd atomic context created
Australian researchers have helped demonstrate a key element of quantum computing.
Concrete sinks hold CO2
Almost half the CO2 released during the process of making cement over the last 70 years has been re-absorbed by the material through a process called carbonation, say international scientists.
Drained fields lead CO2 growth
Scientists say threats to agriculture should be faced in the least efficient sectors first.
Green gathering to tackle looming risks
Thousands of researchers have been brought together with the launch of the Future Earth Program this week.
Locals reveal Hyperloop hope
Australia’s entry in Elon Musk’s SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition has been unveiled.
Meteor monitors pay off
High-tech sensors and citizen scientists have tracked down a new meteorite in WA.
Spawning seen on damaged Reef
While record levels of coral bleaching continue, this year’s Great Barrier Reef spawning season has gone fairly well.
Antibacterial additives on the way out
Australian manufacturers are removing dangerous substance from their antibacterial soaps.
Forced ECT rates questioned
Concerns have been raised about the high rate of forced ECT and low legal representation of mental health patients.
Lenovo links questioned
Some experts are concerned about plans to install Chinese technology on one of Australia’s most powerful supercomputers.
Malaria vaccine moving on
Funding has been lined up for the rollout of world’s first malaria vaccine.
Satellite upgrades starting
The most advanced weather satellite ever built has been fired into space.
Academic awards for leading locals
From antibiotic resistance to water purification in disaster zones, some of Australia’s top academic efforts have been honoured.