Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - October, 2017
Artificial intelligence has been taught to identify people with suicidal thoughts by analysing their brain scans, according to a US study.
Blockchains prepped for quantum assault
Researchers are working on ways to protect one new technology from another technology that barely exists.
Diamonds pushed to super state
Australian researchers have made a single tiny diamond shine with ‘superradiance’ at room temperature.
Dingo droves split in two
A major study of dingo DNA has revealed dingoes most likely migrated to Australia in two separate waves via a former land bridge with Papua New Guinea.
Global health effects felt already
Experts say the health impacts of climate change are already being felt.
Whole coral decoded
Marine scientists have genetically sequenced a whole coral organism for the first time.
Australia on elite list of biodiversity loss
A new study says Australia is one of just seven countries responsible for 60 per cent of the world's biodiversity loss from 1996-2008.
Gene-editing gets higher definition
US scientists have devised a new method of gene editing that can find and replace single letters of DNA.
Work begins on high-tech bones
A new project is combining 3D-printing, robotic surgery and advanced manufacturing ...
Brain cancer fund formed
The Federal Government has launched a $100 million fund to fight brain cancer.
CO2 surges to stunning high
Concentrations of atmospheric carbon dioxide surged in 2016 to the highest level in 800,000 years, according to a new report.
Blockchain tops transfers
The University of Sydney has developed a blockchain system for financial transfers that is faster than almost any other.
Kids start planning early
A new study suggests children spontaneously practice skills to prepare for the future starting at the age of 6.
Listening linked to sense of self
Even across vastly different cultures, research suggests listening to teens’ problems gives them a stronger sense of self worth.
Students refusing STEM push
Experts say Australian students are turning their backs on maths and science.
Fleeing fish forecast
A global study has provided fresh insights into how climate change is affecting the distribution of marine life.
Mouse models missing bugs
New research says lab mice that live in a sterile environment have been missing something important; germs.
New breast cancer links uncovered
The world’s largest ever genetic study of breast cancer has discovered 72 new genetic variants that put women at higher risk of the disease.
Closing the Gap to be re-mapped
After years of failure, the Federal Government is working on a major overhaul of the Closing the Gap strategy.
Training linked to mental help
Basic mental health training for managers can bring significant benefits, research shows.