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Scientists and experts have signed an open letter calling for a development to be halted to protect sensitive wetlands.
Metal transport studied
New research shows how metals like copper and platinum make their way up from the depths of the Earth.
ARENA backs hydrogen ideas
New money has been provided for advances in hydrogen storage and Indigenous-led renewable projects.
Community health boost seen
Building a sense of community could be key to improving people’s mental health, particularly in low socio-economic suburbs.
PBS shift in opioid stats
New figures suggest Australia saw a decline in opioid after PBS policy changes.
TB re-think to drive treatment
A new classification of tuberculosis could support efforts to eliminate the disease.
Australia backs nuclear boost
Australia will put up billions of dollars to help Rolls-Royce improve the UK’s nuclear reactor production line.
Climate markers climb
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2023 set a grim milestone as the hottest year on record, with climate indicators reaching catastrophic levels.
Big R&D boost proposed
Investing 3 per cent of GDP into research could boost the economy by $100 billion and create 42,000 new jobs ...
Blue carbon growth suggested
Authorities could be seriously overlooking tidal wetlands in ‘blue carbon’ projects.
Discrimination seen in leader picks
Evidence has emerged of serious racial and sexual discrimination within the leadership echelons of Australian universities.
Drought studies should drive crops
Experts say new findings about plant drought tolerance need to be integrated to protect crops.
Dye stripped with gold approach
Researchers have come up with a new, sustainable solution for wastewater polluted by dyes.
New tech to spread kidney tests
Researchers are working on a potentially revolutionary new device for kidney disease testing.
Offshore issue spotted
Australia’s Biodiversity Council has questioned a proposed environmental law carve out for the offshore oil and gas industry.
Sulphur drives rapid batteries
Engineers are working on new, fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries.