Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - January, 2015
A suitably sci-fi looking device can turn plastic into edible mushrooms.
Hand dryers form germ jetstream
A new study has shown once again that hand dryers propagate and disseminate germs and bacteria at a far greater rate than the humble paper towel.
New mark on path to printable solar
Australian researchers have developed a new liquid crystal material that will get better performance out of printable organic solar cells.
'Text neck' checked as next big risk
As millions stoop to read the latest news, gossip, emails and cat memes, experts warn the awkward angle of modern life could be a serious health risk.
Spinal bridge stretches to new level
An elastic implant that moves with the spinal cord has restored the ability to walk in paralysed rats, and could be on the way to human trials.
Terror centre for new approach on 'radicals'
Experts may soon treat ‘radicalisation’ as a mental health issue, rather than trying to combat it with jail time and restrictive laws.
Boys' hold on 'brilliance' keeps women from top jobs
A new study shows that at even the highest echelons of academia, baseless assumptions are keeping women from being adequately represented.
Subtle bullying source sought in new book
More than 95 per cent of staff in schools have experienced some form of workplace bullying, according to research in a publication launched this week.
Brain scans show mind-bending political lines
A new study may shed some light on why when politicians talk – those listening often tune out.
Big prize for local sound saviour
More accolades for one of the people behind Australia’s most exciting medical invention, as Professor Graeme Clark receives the US Russ Prize for the cochlear implant.
Money, motivation and the shock to stop work
It appears that the idea of retiring to a life of inactivity is disappearing, as older workers chop and change late in their careers.
Next step needed for powerful future
As the new year gets into gear, many hope that a raft of ideas and policies for protecting energy supplies and the environment will be on the way.
New antibiotic could be start of fresh wave
The first new antibiotic to be discovered in nearly 30 years could bring a ‘paradigm shift’ in the fight against drug resistance, researchers say.
News in full swing from the 19th!
Hello and welcome back to CareerSpot News for 2015, faithful readers.
Smart window offers double take
Engineers in Singapore have unveiled ‘smart window’ technology, which can adjust its tint to lighting conditions and gather electricity at the same time.
Stems cells see great success in MS study
Exciting results in a long-running multiple sclerosis (MS) study suggest stem cells could help halt the degenerative condition.