Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - February, 2023
The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) has opened up millions of dollars in grant opportunities.
CSIRO links for future work
Australian and US scientists are combining their smarts to tackle global challenges.
Long COVID experts heard
Leading experts are contributing to the government’s Long COVID & Repeat Infections Inquiry.
Seawater split for hydro boost
Australian researchers are making hydrogen fuel directly from seawater, in a huge advance for the technology.
Gas study undermined
The CSIRO has been criticised over the findings of a report on fracking in the Beetaloo Basin.
Kids' compassion tested
New research suggests young kids are kind and compassionate until it comes at a personal cost.
Public school sign-ups slide
The proportion of Australian children enrolling in public schools is declining.
Superbugs linked to pollution
Experts say that in order to reduce the threat of superbugs, the world must cut down on pollution.
Antiviral tests well
A broad spectrum antiviral appears effective for early treatment of COVID-19 across dominant variants.
Expert predictions plotted
Social science experts appear no better at predicting future social trends than laypeople.
Farm plan risk detailed
A report has found that plans for a massive water licence in the NT could pose a risk to cultural sites.
La Niña coastal effects checked
Satellite photos reveal how coastlines respond to different phases of the El-Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) cycle.
Mining views mismatch contribution
A veteran historian says mining remains central to the Australian economy, despite its unpopularity.
Mushroom brain boost seen
Researchers have discovered a chemical in mushrooms that magnifies memory by boosting nerve growth.
Sewerage test shows virus stuck
A new study looks at what happens when the COVID-19 virus hits the sewerage system.
Wetland loss estimated
Experts say the world has lost a fifth of its wetlands in the last 300 years.
Flip-flop qubits perform well
Australian engineers have demonstrated a new type of quantum bit in silicon, called a ‘flip-flop’ qubit.
UniSA scheme aims at issues
An expert team has launched a new workplace bullying prevention program.
Zoom aids Ukraine
International trauma experts have been helping treat wounded Ukrainian soldiers remotely.