Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2021
Australian researchers say they have solved the big problem of how to control millions of qubits in a quantum computer.
SA COVID jab progresses
A South Australian-developed COVID-19 vaccine is preparing to progress to human clinical trials.
COVID could boost uni work
One local vice-chancellor says the COVID-19 pandemic is an opportunity to drive innovation.
Science survey shows high trust
Nine in ten Australians trust science and scientists, according to a new survey.
Seating linked to social boost
Experts say assigned seating in class could create unlikely friendships.
Anti-aging transplant tested
Transplanting gut bugs from young to old mice appears to counteract the effect of aging.
Fingerprint powder improved
Queensland researchers have come up with a new kind of fingerprinting powder with a number of key advantages.
Experts fold high-tech blocks
Researchers are using an ancient Japanese artform to guide the design of new metamaterials.
Report card shows urgent need
A new climate report card has sounded a loud and clear warning that the world needs to do more.
AI sectors soaring
The value of the global AI services market is expected to hit US$500 billion by 2025.
ARENA remit expanded
The Australian Government has successfully allowed ARENA to support fossil fuel technologies.
Australia lags on green efforts
Australia has ranked very low in an analysis of OECD countries’ climate action efforts.
Experts study COVID echoes
Australian experts have delivered crucial insight into the lasting immune system dysregulation caused by COVID-19.
Feds detail tech desires
The Federal Government has laid out its new safety expectations for tech firms.
Local makes ancient maths find
An Australian expert has decoded what may be the world’s oldest example of applied geometry.