Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2020
Engineers have come up with a way to 3D-print buildings using locally-sourced soil.
'Caff-nap' backed for night work
The key to staying sharp on nightshift may be the odd combination of coffee followed by a nap.
Misogyny spotted in Twitter noise
Researchers have come up with a statistical model to fight online abuse targeting women.
Tech options for rural trials
Telehealth could help rural and regional cancer patients join crucial clinical trials.
Sydney Uni plots green path
The University of Sydney has announced a new commitment to a pathway of net zero emissions.
Feds seek foreign veto
The Federal Government wants control over agreements made by states, councils and universities.
Fresh samples show cancer details
Australian experts have pioneered a technique to improve cancer treatments using fresh tumour biopsies.
Good results in Reef review
The latest results from a comprehensive monitoring program on the Great Barrier Reef show signs of initial recovery of hard coral cover in the Marine Park.
Locals improve carbon dating
Australian scientists have increased the accuracy of radiocarbon dating.
Sea reveals star gas
Scientists have found evidence of ancient star explosions in deep-sea sediments.
Bacteria technique discovered
Australian scientists may have discovered a new tool in the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Experts slam 'racialised' health
Experts say ‘Closing the Gap’ measures have failed to address racism in Australia's healthcare system.
Satellites track fire risk
One of Australia biggest miners is managing its bushfire risk from space.
Spies surround local works
The Defence Department has warned that “highly active” spies threaten Australia's shipbuilding plans.
Education eases older gap
Experts say school-based dementia education could deliver much needed empathy and understanding ...
Fish decline runs deep
Twenty-two species of Australian freshwater fish are on the path to extinction.
Plastic paths detailed
Researchers have made some surprising findings about the degradation of microplastics in the ocean.
PM plugs drug deal
The Morrison Government is claiming to have struck a deal with drug giant AstraZeneca to manufacture a COVID-19 vaccine.