Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2019
Andrews plugs space jobs
Questions have been asked about the ability of Australia’s new space agency to create jobs.
La Trobe plugs high-tech changes
La Trobe University is pushing to become Victoria's first carbon-neutral tertiary facility.
Ocean sink effect diminishing
Scientists have uncovered what they say is a new threat from ocean acidification.
Official look at Chinese influence
A new Federal Government taskforce will look at Chinese influence at Australian universities.
PFAS fighter patented
Australian researchers have patented a new invention to prevent the spread of pollutants from contaminated concrete.
Plastic pervades drinking supplies
Experts say we are all drinking microplastics, and cannot tell if they are making us sick.
Report denies nuclear need
Australia's renewable energy boom allows it to leapfrog nuclear power, a new report says.
Rock raft for reef boost
The Great Barrier Reef is set to receive a restocking of new coral from a 150sq km pumice raft on its way to our shores.
Next gen threads printed
Research engineers have used laser printing technology to produce waterproof e-textiles in minutes.
Coal towns see sulphur spike
An international review has found Australian regions with coal-fired power stations are among hot spots for sulphur dioxide pollution.
Elderly dental boost studied
A study at two aged care homes suggests brushing teeth twice a day could save lives.
DNA re-jigged to store data
Researchers have turned living cells into computers, using DNA for information processing and storage.
Chinese reliance questioned
Experts have warned of a “catastrophic” downturn in Chinese students at Australian universities.
Defence wants south pole setup
Australia's Defence Force wants to install technology in Antarctica, but the Antarctic Treaty explicitly bans military activity.
Fisheries snag shark migration
Queensland researchers say longline fisheries around the world are significantly affecting migrating shark populations.
SA to scrap GM ban
The South Australian government is lifting its moratorium on growing GM food crops.
Wave risk assessed worldwide
Researchers have mapped out the risk of wave damage in a changing climate.
Locals spot black hole chomp
Australian scientists may have been the first to witness the end of a neutron star as it was engulfed by a black hole.
Animal antibiotic warning
Experts say producers must cut antibiotic use in animals for the sake of human health.