Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - July, 2022
Researchers say there is no clear medical definition of “growing pains”.
Game time pain surveyed
New research finds that spending time playing video games may not impact wellbeing.
NASA laments rocket drop
A Chinese rocket has fallen back to Earth, but NASA says it would have been nice to know where it would end up.
Locals hired for quantum hub
Google has hired Australian researchers to build apps for its quantum computer.
Pretzel process improved
ANU researchers have developed a new way to synthesise bicyclic peptides, which could have major implications for drug research.
Grim gap figures released
New data shows Australia is still failing to hit most of its Closing the Gap targets.
CSIRO sees defining trends
Australia’s top science body has laid out the seven ‘megatrends’ it thinks will define the next 20 years.
Giant omnivore uncovered
Marine scientists have discovered that whale sharks eat plants, making them the world’s largest omnivore.
Rare tree links traced
A critically endangered Australian tree is reaching across species in its ‘desperate’ attempt for survival.
Russia to leave ISS
Russia is pulling out of the International Space Station (ISS) in 2024 to focus on its own version.
Target fail foreseen
The Albanese Government’s emissions target could be wiped out by new coal and gas projects.
Experts eye silicon supply
Experts want to bring attention to critical silicon sustainability in solar cell production.
'Mad cow' donor risk studied
Evidence suggests there is virtually zero risk of ‘mad cow’ from blood donation in Australia.
Diabetes drugs tested across types
Experts are testing whether drugs for type 2 diabetes can help those with type 1.
Local cubesat launch booked
The Australia Space Agency’s first spacecraft has been booked for launch.
Solar fuel tower tested
Researchers have reported on a new solar-powered tower that makes carbon-neutral jet fuel.