Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - December, 2016
Researchers have recovered a large section of dinosaur tail, complete with heavy plumage, encased in amber.
Atmosphere additive outlined
The planet is warming, and if reducing greenhouse emissions is not enough to counter the risk, we may need ...
Climate depths checked
Robust new evidence shows that wet regions of the earth are getting wetter and dry regions are getting drier.
Experts plot tsunami revival
A report on the recovery of sea life after Japan’s 2011 tsunami has been released.
Neurons renewed by gamma flashes
A new study on controlling the rhythms of the brain has some startling results.
Water study shows shifting supplies
An analysis of 30 years’ worth of global water data has been released.
Nano-diamond is literal cutting edge
Australian researchers have crafted a new nano-diamond for cutting through ultra-solid materials.
Medical stress measured
An international study says depression affects nearly a third of all med students.
Students' send ideas skyward
One hundred experiments designed by Australian students are now on their way to space.
ANU marks nano-breakthrough
Australian scientists have designed a crystal nano-antenna that turns darkness into visible light.
Baby study grows wordy idea
Researchers have attached cameras to babies to develop a new theory of infant language-learning.
Teacher visas seen as PISA response
A global report found has found a dip in the educational achievements of Australian 15-year-olds.
Giant farming footprint outlined
Experts have calculated the size of Australia’s nitrogen footprint.
Locals open world of MOFs
An international team featuring local expertise has plumbed the possibilities of advanced nano-materials.
River review shows shrinking ranges
A third of Australia’s freshwater species could lose the majority of their home ranges due to climate change, research suggests.
Powerful pricing plan outlined
The CSIRO has backed emissions trading as the way to cut power bills and hit carbon targets.
Cancer stats show sharp rise
New figures show the incidence of cancer worldwide has increased by 33 per cent in a decade.
Heart patches to bridge tissue
Australian researchers have made a polymer patch that could help mend a broken heart.
Locals scoop solar origins
Australian computer scientists have helped reveal the secrets of the origin of our solar system.
New mark on solar scale
Australian engineers have smashed the world efficiency record for a new kind of solar cell.