Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - June, 2020
New figures suggest Australia’s big money COVID-19 responses will not require serious austerity to repay.
Fee change to push regrowth
The Federal Government is preparing a tertiary fees overhaul that will see cheaper degrees in priority areas.
Study shows lack of views
A new study finds that millions of ‘quiet Australians’ may not be interested in politics at all.
Entanglement record set
Chinese researchers have used quantum entanglement to send an encrypted message further than ever before.
Sensors set on water use
CSIRO scientists are working to maximise every drop of irrigation water for farmers.
New team for high-tech subs
A new partnership aims to install specialised 3D-printers on submarines.
SA set for space hub
South Australia will be the site of Australia’s space mission control, forming the heart of the nation’s first space hub.
Anti-vax increase observed
Researchers have reported a ‘massive uptick’ in anti-vaccination activity.
Bendy electrodes for next-gen tech
Australian researchers have developed a new type of flexible, recyclable electrodes for next-generation technology.
CO2 turned useful
Engineers are converting carbon dioxide emissions into chemical building blocks for fuel and plastics.
COVID could show local strength
The Federal Health Minister says Australia's COVID-19 studies could make it a leader in future medical research and clinical trials.
Locals design anti-mine 'bot
Australian scientists are designing robots to detect and deactivate landmines.
Tumour t-cells inspected
Australian researchers are looking at the immune cells that accumulate within tumours.
Wastewater fuel funds raised
Millions have been raised for a new wastewater-to-renewable hydrogen project.
Diverse help offered online
Experts are creating a new online learning community aimed at helping classrooms become more inclusive of the diverse learning needs of students.
Giant satellite gets set
After years of design and prototyping, experts are ready to build the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) in Western Australia – set to be the world’s largest telescope.
High marks for online intervention
Families in regional and rural NSW have been receiving virtual parenting support from researchers at UNSW Sydney.
Deep reef refuge in WA
A new study shows deep reefs in Western Australia can be used as a refuge by marine forests from the impacts of ocean warming.
Experts back SMART approach
Scientists say shark nets should be replaced by drumlines in Queensland.
River rules not helping
Experts say the overlooked “human factor” in water management rules can have serious consequences.