Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2017
The Education Minister says a new ruling will let unis modernise their staffing.
Stay in school for heart health
A new study links staying in school with a lower risk of heart disease.
Telethon reveals trans trials
Trans kids are at much higher risk for suicide and are approximately 10 times more likely ...
3D-printed card to aid sea studies
Marine microbes are the heart of ocean ecosystems, but it has been almost impossible to study them in their natural environment.
Carb-heavy diets decried
A study of over 100,000 people suggests a high fat diet is less dangerous than high carbohydrates.
Sea Shepherd bails on whale fight
Anti-whaling group Sea Shepherd says Japan is now using military-grade technology to track its ships ...
Gut bugs could influence anxiety
Animal studies have uncovered a potential link between gut bacteria and anxiety.
Renewable rise reviewed
Australia’s first Renewable Energy Index report has been released, showing the growing role of clean power...
Shark drones loom on local beaches
Shark-spotting drones will soon start patrolling Australian beaches.
Boys display high rate of misbehaviour
A new study says one in five primary school boys exhibit emotional and behavioural problems.
Experts review what Exxon knew
Harvard University researchers say Exxon Mobil has intentionally misrepresented climate science.
Uni sector growing through struggle
UNSW’s deputy vice-chancellor has reflected on the growing pains of Australian universities.
Antarctic lake reveals new method for DNA
Australian researchers have discovered an entirely new way of sharing DNA, in a study of Antarctic microbes.
Harbour to house new reef
A modular artificial reef will soon be suspended near the Sydney Opera House.
Some species slow in whale revival
Local researchers have looked at whale population recovery times since the era when many were hunted almost to extinction.
Toxic leaks could seep into Sydney
Water scientists say millions of litres of toxic water is escaping from a derelict coal mine into Sydney's drinking water catchment.
Engineers make zinc-air advance
Australian researchers have removed a major stumbling block preventing zinc-air batteries from overtaking lithium-ion.