Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - November, 2022
Researchers say unconscious bias and gender stereotypes are preventing teachers from intervening in bullying.
CSIRO leader leaving
CSIRO says its long-serving chief Dr Larry Marshall will conclude his third and final term in June 2023.
Dam study details risk
A dam safety study says maximum flood events could significantly increase in coming years.
Gene treatments advanced
Personalised, gene-edited immune cells have been used to treat cancer in humans for the first time.
Wave study shows rogue origin
Researchers are unravelling the mystery of ‘freak’, ‘rogue’, ‘killer’ waves.
Experts boost critical comms
Western Australian researchers say mirrors could help avoid the need to use radio transmitters in critical communications.
UN puts eyes on methane
The UN says a new satellite system will be used to track methane emissions from space.
Big bodies unite for science
Australia’s CSIRO and DFAT have teamed up with Google to deliver a new coastal ecosystem mapping initiative.
Fund open for micro-courses
New funding has been provided for a ‘microcredential’ higher education pilot scheme.
Health degree fees helped
The Albanese government is introducing legislation that could wipe student debts for doctors and nurses.
Brain tech aids silent spelling
Scientists in the US are working on a device that can decode brain activity to spell out sentences.
Carp plan caution urged
A report on the National Carp Control Plan report has called for more research before unleashing herpes on the pest species.
Investigator sweeps new park
Australia’s world-leading science vessel has returned from a voyage in Australia’s newest marine park.
Owners approve SKA
Traditional custodians have signed a deal for the $3 billion Square Kilometre Array.
Understanding low in new focus
COVID-19 appears to have increased public attention on research, but not public understanding.
CEFC backs enzyme recycling
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is backing an ‘infinite recycling’ scheme.
Panel plans pandemic steps
Health experts from around the world have come to a consensus on actions they say will end the persistent threat of COVID-19.
Science goals re-aligning
A new taskforce within the Department of Industry, Science and Resources has been created to guide government priorities on science and technology.