Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - February, 2019
The Defence Force is spending over $5 million on studies of artificially intelligent weaponry.
Three hit in ANSTO spill
Three staff at a government nuclear facility have been decontaminated after a chemical spill.
Women wait decades to be even
Women could earn the same as men in most management roles within the next two decades, a new report shows.
Anger receptors start early
The part of the brain we use to process angry voices is at work in babies as young as six months old, according to international researchers.
CO2 turned back into coal
Australian researchers have used liquid metals to turn carbon dioxide back into solid coal.
Leaves give 7,000 year glimpse
A new study has given an amazing insight into the last 7,000 years of Australian climate history.
New drone built in Brisbane
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is unveiling its secretly-developed new drone.
New waste tech tested
Australian researchers are working on an improved wastewater system using algae to accelerate the breakdown of effluent.
Steps taken on SKA quest
Australian experts have designed the local infrastructure for the world’s largest radio telescope.
App aimed at ES health
Local experts want emergency service workers to be better equipped for the mental health challenges of their roles.
Assisted dying steps assessed
Experts have reflected on the challenges in translating Victoria’s voluntary assisted dying (VAD) laws into practice.
Energy bottlenecks outlined
Experts have identified renewable energy bottlenecks that may put emissions targets at risk.
New team for Strep vaccine
Funding has been provided for a national consortium to find a vaccine against Strep A.
Tech tools for energy improvement
A new project is creating tech tools to combat Summer energy challenges and high power bills.
Animals ignored in mine restoration
Research shows that the impact of mining on animals is being overlooked in most mine site restoration plans.
Cervical cancer fix mapped
Researchers say the global elimination of cervical cancer is “within reach”.
Flood plumes loom on Reef
Scientists are concerned about massive plumes of polluted floodwater heading for the Great Barrier Reef.
Geoscientists want deep backing
Geoscientists say they need political support to dig deeper and access Australia’s next generation of mineral deposits.
Locals test quantum sandwich
Engineers have demonstrated a new approach for converting ordinary laser light into quantum light.