Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - February, 2022
The famous ‘unboil an egg’ machine has been used for another remarkable purpose.
CBT tested on game addiction
Cognitive behavioural therapy has been tested on the symptoms of gaming and internet addiction.
CEFC backs cleantech fund
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has launched a specialist cleantech fund manager.
Injectors reject COVID jabs
COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy appears to be high among injecting drug users.
Superbug details deciphered
Australian researchers are learning more about an emerging highly drug-resistant bacteria.
ARC meddling concerns schools
Universities are outraged by a federal decision to veto Australian Research Council (ARC) funding.
Locals make brain breakthrough
Local experts have made a major advance in neurological research - growing live brain cells from patients, in a petri dish.
Teachers' time surveyed
A new report says teachers in Australian schools do not get enough time to prepare well for class.
End date set for ISS
NASA will let the International Space Station (ISS) plummet back to Earth in 2031.
Feds look at green loopholes
New documents suggest the Commonwealth wants to reduce its role in environmental decision-making.
IPCC readies new report
The IPCC is beginning the process to approve its latest report on impacts of climate change.
Koala consideration changed
The Australian Government has officially listed the koala as endangered.
Reef bleach risk assessed
Cooler weather is expected to reduce the threat of mass bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef this summer.
Election meddling expected
Experts say Australia must act now to avoid online interference in the upcoming federal election.
Exercise aids ageing brains
Exercise appears to alter human brain chemistry to protect ageing synapses.
Jab fears drive parents
Anxiety about vaccine safety could be driving parents to seek information from other sources.