Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - June, 2023
Scientists from UNSW have made a significant discovery regarding the impact of climate change on sea sponges.
Water reserves reducing
Despite the construction of new reservoirs, global water reserves are dropping.
Diabetes drug tested for long COVID
Taking a diabetes drug shortly after infection appears to cut the risk of long COVID by 40 per cent.
DNA damage in cancer risk
Researchers say cancer risk could be linked to the functions of circular RNAs, a recently-discovered family of genetic fragments within cells.
El Niño risk updated
The Bureau of Meteorology has raised its El Niño alert, heightening concerns of drought and bushfires.
Robo-vision boosted
Researchers have developed a unique and improved approach to the way robots see, with the aim of making a cheap and reliable positioning system.
Rocky origins outlined
A new study shows the molecules needed for life on Earth may have come from meteors or volcanoes.
Science frees Folbigg
A concerted effort by scientific authorities has helped secure the release of Kathleen Folbigg from prison after 20 years.
Sea labs set sail
CSIRO is bringing together international laboratories to help improve ocean studies.
Study probes 'healthy' air
Ecologists are calling for closer examination of the ‘invisible friends’ which live in the 15,000 litres of air we breathe every day.
New fibre sets record
Australian engineers have helped cram together 19 cores to make the world’s fastest optical fibre.
Thin skin sensors for better tests
Engineers have discovered a way to create flexible electronic systems on ultra-thin skin-like materials.
Big endo advance made
Sydney researchers have successfully grown tissue from all known types of endometriosis.
Feet carry human future
Scientists say the flexible human foot arch may have helped to run and walk upright.
Jab messaging reviewed
Focusing on the non-health benefits of getting a COVID-19 booster could make vaccine messaging more persuasive, according to Australian research.
More smoke laws coming
New legislation could see health warnings on individual cigarettes and graphic images on cigarette packets.