Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - May, 2018
Analysts say many of the major criticisms of NAPLAN are not borne out by evidence.
Regional parents get remote help
NSW is running a trial that gives parents in regional and rural areas access to specialised support services for severe behavioural problems in young children.
CSIRO science gets new ears
Upgrades at CSIRO’s Parkes radio telescope will let astronomers ‘hear’ a wider range of objects in space.
FIFO study finds stress
Over a quarter of FIFO workers from have reported high or very high psychological distress ...
Sea snail memories swapped
Scientists have taken memories from one sea snail and injected them into another.
Computer learns to move like mammals
Scientists have built a computer system modelled on the human brain, which learned to navigate like a mammal.
Experts improve BCI learning
Swiss researchers say they improved the method for training brain-computer interfaces.
Budget brings STEM boost
This week’s federal Budget includes a range of funding for universities and research infrastructure.
Carp study sounds warning
Experts say mass carp culling could have a major impact on native flora and fauna.
Warming could make MPAs misplaced
Experts say CO2 emissions could make it too warm for species living in marine protected areas (MPAs).
Fast food linked to pregnancy delay
Women who eat less fruit and more fast food could take longer to get pregnant and are less likely to conceive within a year.
Mental issues end up in ED
Advocates say an alarming number of children are going to emergency departments due to a mental health crisis.
Study advances stem cell embryos
Researchers have grown cell clusters that resemble early embryos from stem cells.
Study outlines migraine genetics
Researchers have shed light on the genetic basis of crippling migraines.
Crystal mystery found in fertiliser
A common ingredient in fertiliser appears to share some characteristics with mysterious ‘time crystals’.
Space funds set for takeoff
The Federal Government is providing a $50 million boost to Australia's budding space industry.