Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - April, 2024
Experts have described medicinal marijuana as the “Wild West” of Australian healthcare.
First Nations centre backed
The Federal Government is supporting a “world first” gender justice institute for First Nations women.
Mushroom effects checked
Experts have investigated the negatives of taking shroomies for the gloomys.
Deep space in new detail
An international research team has recently introduced the most extensive and intricate 3D map of the universe ever produced.
Graphics gap allows access
Researchers say hackers could access computers via their graphics cards and browsers.
New defence spend detailed
The Albanese government has allocated $330 billion for defence spending over the next decade.
Blue whale recovery studied
Flinders University has conducted an extensive study on the current status of global blue whale populations.
Brains reward altruism
Researchers say that the brain's reward system does not just function for selfish purposes.
Green laws going slowly
The Australian government has delayed plans to rewrite the nation's environmental laws.
Surveys show major bleaching
The Great Barrier Reef is undergoing its fifth major bleaching event since 2016, according to the latest snapshot.
Vaccine impact modelled
Research suggests COVID-19 vaccination significantly mitigated the death toll among older adults in NSW.
Ammonia advance reported
New techniques promise energy-friendly ammonia production for fertilisers and alternative fuel.
ARENA backs better metals
Federal government funding will boost hydrogen and low emissions iron and steel research.
Data set on spotting disease
New diagnostics could bring new hope to millions suffering from autoimmune diseases.