Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - June, 2019
Tech specialists have developed a set of techniques to effectively ‘vaccinate’ against attacks on machine learning.
Athlete excretions examined
New research suggests high-performing athletes could have performance-enhancing poo.
Indigenous depression tool tested
Experts have created a culturally-appropriate depression screening tool for Aboriginal people.
New cells boosted
Australian researchers say hyper-thin ‘nanosheets’ could be a key ingredient for next-gen solar cells.
Appeal to PM's climate morals
Over 150 religious leaders have called on Scott Morrison to block all new coal and gas projects.
Flood costs forecast
New global modelling has attempted to measure the cost of natural disasters to the world’s roads and railways.
Garbage patch attacked again
A giant floating device is having a second attempt at cleaning up the huge, swirling island of garbage in the Pacific Ocean.
New weather tech looms
A major rocket launch this week sent 24 new satellites into space, including some for Australia ...
Robo-displacement measured
New analysis says robots will take up to 20 million manufacturing jobs around the world by 2030.
Uni backs controversial course
A controversial new course has been approved by the University of Wollongong, despite court action and staff concerns.
Radiation halts Lucas Heights
Production has stopped at a nuclear medicine facility in Sydney after workers were exposed to radiation.
Reef groups work on restoration
Scientists are helping tourism businesses become Great Barrier Reef guardians.
Robo-fish rides efficient tide
US engineers have created a squishy robotic lionfish that has synthetic liquid 'blood' made of battery fluid.
Drug switch could cut golden staph
Experts say hospitals should reduce broad-spectrum antibiotic use in the fight against golden staph.
ERF coal backing slammed
The federal fund for fighting climate change could be used to prop up coal-fired power stations.
Measles rising despite jabs
There appears to be a rise in cases of measles among people who have been vaccinated.
Northern tech issues studied
A new research group is hoping to tackle communication challenges for northern Australia.
Popper study backs TGA
New research has found young gay and bisexual men are frequent users of alkyl nitrites, or poppers, but few show signs of addiction.