Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - December, 2022
The Queensland Government says it has accepted all the findings of an inquiry into its forensic DNA lab.
Lab embryos advanced
A happy coincidence in a lab could revolutionise embryo models and targeted drug therapies.
Queensland dumps pipe dream
The Queensland government has abandoned an 80-year-old water scheme after a review found it completely unviable.
Snake clitoris spotted
Researchers have scientifically described the clitoris of a snake for the first time.
Sound drives hydro-boost
Engineers in Melbourne have used sound waves to massively boost production of green hydrogen.
Tidal help studied
New research shows tidal restoration to coastal wetlands can reduce greenhouse emissions.
Bug strength worries WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) is sounding the alarm on high levels of resistance in bacteria.
Human hybrid issues probed
A new report looks at the ethics of crossing species boundaries by inserting human cells into nonhuman animals.
Meth risks linger
Experts are working on better ways to measure contamination left by old meth labs.
Office views reviewed
People looking at blue sky and trees through a window are more creative and happier than those without a view, according to a new study.
Anti-cancer capsule tested
Researchers are working on tiny metal capsules for delivering anti-cancer drugs only to cancer cells.
Genetic cocktail drives vices
Experts say that nearly 4,000 genetic variations influence our smoking and drinking habits.
Locals boost perovskite power
Australian researchers are working with Oxford experts to create perovskite solar cells tough enough to match mighty silicon.
Sodium-sulphur batteries improved
Researchers are working on a new, low-cost battery with four times the energy capacity of lithium-ion batteries and is far cheaper to produce.
STI stats show drop
Australia’s annual sexual health check up shows STIs are mostly down, but this could be because of less testing.
Tech tool details solar savings
A new solar calculator is letting Australians forecast cost savings on panels and batteries.