Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - March, 2017
Australian researchers are working on a less invasive, more precise way to manage blood cancers.
Arthritis advance coming
There is “much to look forward to” for patients with rheumatoid arthritis, according to Australian experts.
Bank builds lab for cyber fight
CommBank has partnered with the University of New South Wales to develop a centre of expertise for cyber security ...
Hydro plans dry on detail
The $2 billion expansion of the Snowy Mountains hydro scheme has been met with excitement and cynicism.
Early touch affects the brain
Research has shown the importance of human contact for babies in the first days of their lives.
NSW setting up STEM school
The NSW Government is opening a science-focused school to be run by the Catholic Education office.
Black hole seen slowly eating star
Astronomers have spotted a star whipping around a black hole a mind-bending two times an hour.
Devil disease cleared
A six-year-long study has shown that immunotherapy can cure Tasmanian devils of deadly facial tumours.
Microbes help mine rehab
Adelaide researchers are working on a way to measure re-vegetation using microbes.
Multi-cell emergence pushed back
New findings roll back the date for when multicellular life emerged on Earth.
Tiny bugs take flight in rain
Researchers have shown it is possible for bacteria in the soil to be spread by rain.
CRC improves toxic breakdown
Australian experts have come up with a new way to break down toxic fire-fighting foams.
DNA map shows ancient moves
An advanced DNA project has mapped the connection to country of Indigenous Australians.
PM pushes vaccines nationwide
The Federal Government wants to ban unvaccinated children from childcare centres.
Survey shows acupuncture spike
Research shows Australian women are strongly connecting with the ancient remedies of Chinese medicine and acupuncture.
Top roboticists head off
A group of Australian students will soon compete at the world’s richest robotics competition.