Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - September, 2019
In a world first, a drone fitted has streamed a live video seeking and identifying crocodiles at an accuracy of 93 per cent and a latency of less than one second.
Local tech saves US patient
A patient in the US has become the first to receive a high-tech new heart valve developed in Australia.
Salt warning should be explicit
Experts say salt shakers should carry tobacco-style health warnings.
TGA issues implant alert
The TGA is enhancing its regulations on all breast implants and tissue expanders sold in Australia over cancer fears.
Ancient weaning uncovered
Archaeologists have discovered Bronze and Iron Age infants were probably fed animal milk in specialised vessels.
Dendroglyph digitally preserved
High-tech methods have helped preserve a centuries-old Aboriginal tree carving.
Green costs off-putting
Most people appear to believe that environmental sustainability will hamper quality of life.
Blind brains re-map for hearing
A new study has found blind people use the visual part of their brain for hearing instead.
Coral communities uncovered
Scientists have decoded the DNA of coral and its microscopic supporters.
Fishing gear loss studied
CSIRO has published the first ever estimate of commercial fishing gear lost in the world’s oceans.
Lobby jobs harm health
Experts say the revolving door between politics and big lobbies can be bad for our health.
Morrison dodges awkward talks
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has boldly avoided a global climate summit, spending time with the McDonald’s burger menu instead.
Robot dog ready for market
Leading robotics firm Boston Dynamics has released its first commercial product – Spot.
UN issues warming warning
There is a glaring and growing gap between global warming targets and reality.
AI employed in sepsis check
Artificial intelligence is helping to detect sepsis in Sydney emergency departments.
Animal resistance rises
Antimicrobial resistance among farmyard chickens and pigs is on the rise globally, with China and India particular hotspots for growing resistance.
Awards plug gender efforts
Thirteen Australian institutions have been recognised this week for their efforts to improve gender equity and diversity.
New tech lights up plastic soil
Australian researchers have developed a new method to detect microplastics in the ground using infrared light and powerful visualisation software.
Phone cancer link denied
A new study has found no increase in the rate of brain cancer in Australians aged over 60 that can be linked to mobile phone use.
Australia joins Mars effort
Australia will spend $150 million to get involved in America's planned mission to the Moon and then Mars.
Drone strike shows crude links
The drone strike on Saudi Arabia’s oil infrastructure has highlighted the fragile and interconnected relationship between crude oil supply and the global economy, experts say.