Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - April, 2015
West Australia’s Aboriginal heritage laws are under fire after one of the world’s oldest and largest collections of rock art was deregistered as a ‘sacred site’.
Reading/writing struggles separated
Research shows there are physical differences in the brain between people with reading and writing disabilities.
Uni agents under fire
The Productivity Commission says the practice of universities using international agents to draw in foreign students is a threat to the Australian system.
CSIRO strike starts as pay talks stagnate
Scientists and other staff at the CSIRO are launching industrial action today over management's refusal to budge from the federal government's “hostile” bargaining policy.
Drone docks give permission not to land
A University of Sydney researcher has successfully tested a method for docking and refuelling drones in mid-air.
Lagging staff sought in Adelaide sweep
The University of Adelaide has issued a warning to underperformers as it embarks on efforts to boost its reputations.
New fuel draws diesel from water
Audi has produced a few litres of what they call the “fuel of the future”; a new brew for diesel consisting of water, carbon dioxide and 'green materials'.
Project to plot political polarisation
Voting strictly on party lines means people very rarely know the real opinions of politicians, but one researcher says he may be able to find out.
Research gives good look at our cosmic 'hood
Astrophysicists have created a 3D map spanning nearly two billion light years, the most complete picture of our cosmic neighbourhood to date.
New view on particles' particulars
Australian researchers have unveiled a device that can measure both the mass and the shape of a single molecule - a feat that was impossible until now.
Rubble robots get software boost
Flinders University engineering students have unveiled ground-breaking new technology for detecting human life using remote cameras.
Graphene holograms for future screens
Australian engineers have created a full-colour 3D display, which appears to pop off the screen – basically, a hologram.
Human gene tech not there yet
Chinese scientists have modified the genes of a human embryo, but say the technology is not ready yet.
Vaccine study says old methods can be matched
An Australian expert says the current whooping cough vaccine is less effective than the drug it replaced, and may contribute to rising rates of the illness.
Captain's call behind faux-science post
The University of Western Australia’s latest posting has caused some serious stirrings.
Students raise fees for wellness
University students have voted to increase their own fees in order to boost mental health and wellness services.
Earth Day dawns with new renewable push
April 22nd is Earth Day, a day when groups around the world mark the achievements and trials ahead in the quest to protect our environment.
Gallipoli effects from the other side
Australian researchers have exposed the cost the battle of Gallipoli on the Turkish side, long after the dead were cleared from the historic beach.
Gut bugs fall short in modern era
Humans could not live without a body full of useful bacteria, but it appears that modern life may be killing off our microbial mates.
Low cost green future waiting on policy, study says
New research says Australia could go 100 per cent renewable, with a few good policies.
Quake risk low in CO2 injections
Experts have checked the possible effects of one method of carbon sequestration – injecting CO2 into aquifers.