Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - March, 2017
An all-female expedition to Antarctica wants to break the scientific glass ceiling.
CEFC disagrees with 'clean coal' push
The CEFC has rejected the Government's claim that renewables lead to blackouts.
New link in autism aspects
Queensland researchers have found a link between features of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) that were previously thought to be unrelated.
Small swamps play big role
Experts say we may be paying too much attention to large wetland conservation.
Sprinting studied for cell health
Research from the US says the benefits of high intensity interval training (HIIT) reach right down to the cells.
Big leaping robot revealed
Boston Dynamics has unveiled ‘Handle’ - one of the most advanced humanoid robots ever.
Clear advantage in glass batteries
The inventor of the lithium-ion battery is now trying to make it redundant.
Oxygen spotted in early Earth changes
Scientists say they now know why some of the richest ore deposits on the planet formed.
Quiggin calls for power buy-back
A leading economist says the only way to fix the energy grid is to return it to public ownership.
Specialist fee range reviewed
A new report highlights the massive differences between fees charged by medical specialists.
Tech writers compile NBN review
While NBN Co drags its heels, outside forces have reported on its progress.
UK allows embryo editing
UK scientists have gained regulatory approval to genetically modify human embryos.
Big banks forge security link
The national security and finance sectors are coming together to form a new intelligence alliance.
Oldest fossils uncovered
Researchers have found direct evidence some of the oldest life on Earth, dating back over 3.7 billion years.