Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2017
Groundwater experts say the NSW Government is ignoring scientific evidence ...
Study plots hierarchy and sexism
A new study looks at why some women support sexist social systems that actually disadvantage them.
Cigarette streets could save waste
Mixing cigarette butts into footpaths could save money and reduce urban heat.
Hands out for heart hospital
The Victorian Government is looking for philanthropic funding for its big heart hospital plans.
Light effect on money choices
A new study suggests financial decisions are significantly influenced by lighting.
CSG worries studied
Experts have assessed the level of community concern about coal seam gas in Queensland.
Experts reflect on DNA editing
Genetic experts say human genome editing should be fine in the lab, but not for making babies.
Locals build dark matter map
Australian researchers have helped create the most accurate measurement ever made of dark matter in the universe.
SCUH losing surgery stripes
Australia's newest hospital will be stripped of orthopaedic surgeon training accreditation from next year.
Fee change could sink CDU
Charles Darwin University says it will be “almost impossible” to survive under proposed funding changes.
Academy calls for climate boost
Australia is in “urgent” need of more scientists to help the country prepare for climate risks.
'Fat' switch linked to bulging bodies
Australian researchers have discovered a ‘switch’ they say tells the body to burn fat.
Climate shifts linked to rising deaths
Experts have measured the expected rise in deaths linked to pollution over coming decades.
HILDA shows heavy cost of a flutter
The latest report on a long-term study of 17,000 Australians has been released.
Nation endures hottest July
Australia has seen its hottest July in the hundred years since records began.
Science leaders raise Reef needs
A panel led by Australia’s former chief scientist says global action is needed to protect the Great Barrier Reef.