Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2015
Engineers have unveiled an exciting advance in the field of 3D-printing, with a device that can print in 10 different materials.
Smart sub leader gets prestigious prize
Chief Defence Scientist Dr Alex Zelinsky has received the prestigious 2015 MA Sargent Medal from Engineers Australia.
Key insights borne from painless labour
A fascinating study has been published on the unique case of a woman who could not feel pain - until she gave birth.
New name dropped for NICTA/CSIRO merge
The Australian government says merging the CSIRO’s digital productivity arm with National ICT Australia (NICTA) will “supercharge” local technological advancements.
Brain takes mistakes as time to learn
A high-tech study has revealed that the human brain really does learn from failure.
Fancy classroom for forex foray
A new industry-linked program is throwing students into the deep end of the foreign exchange market.
Big fund to save more native language
The Australian Government will spend $11.9 million for a two year project to revive and maintain Australia’s Indigenous languages.
Black hole bombshell sees info at the edge
Stephen Hawking has laid down his latest ideas on the nature of black holes.
Divorce and separation tools to ease familiar strain
Researchers are working on online tools to support parents during separation and divorce.
Food scientist slams organic myths
Eating organic foods may be good for personal gratification or Facebook posts, but new research suggests it may not be all the people think.
New stats show gender gaps at work
New Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data reveals women are dramatically underrepresented in leadership positions across business and public life, despite high levels of education.
Sea-life switch in shifting oceans
Another study has reinforced the point that warming oceans will cause profound changes for marine species.
Small-scale psychology for help on the run
Deakin University experts are developing a pocket-sized psychologist.
Glass joins 3D-printing palette
3D-printing has already changed the face of manufacturing, and a new development will only add to the range of the exciting technique.
Cell fight makes on-screen debut
Australian researchers have for the first time caught a snapshot of immune cells working to defeat infection.
Grape fuel finding leaves experts bubbling
Australian engineers have found that the solid waste left over from wine-making could make a competitive biofuel.
TV shapes pregnant expectations
In a time when a lot of public health knowledge comes from Dr Oz or WebMD, researchers have assessed the powerful role of media in the creation of patient expectations, especially for pregnancy and birth.
Self-directed STEM boost studied
A study on self-directed learning in STEM subjects suggests students can get a boost by going it alone.
Big new dish to bring better space talk
A giant crane is placing an enormous saucer-shaped dish on its base at Canberra's Deep Space Communication Complex today.
Locals score world's best water-splitting
Australian researchers have set a new record for generating hydrogen fuel with solar power.