Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - June, 2023
Locals high in QS ranking
Three Australian universities have been placed in the top 20 of the QS World University Rankings.
AI aimed at critical protection
Experts have proposed using AI to help protect critical infrastructure including power, water and communication networks.
'Morphobot' shows limb skills
The remarkable abilities of a robot named 'Morphobot' (M4) are highlighted in a new report.
'Sand boil' effect detailed
Sand boils caused by groundwater discharges affect beach stability, yet knowledge of these damaging underground erosions is largely misunderstood.
Big find at submerged site
Ancient stone artefacts have been found at an underwater spring off the Western Australia Pilbara coast.
Cloud creators shield Reef
Queensland scientists are conducting experiments to modify clouds and reduce the impact of global warming.
CSIRO launches soil tool
CSIRO has launched a new tool to help Australia sustainably manage its soil.
Med school influence checked
Inadequate conflict of interest policies in Australian universities fail to safeguard medical students from commercial influence, according to a recent study.
New tech for wet history
Environmental scientists have used cave stalagmites as a record of groundwater replenishment over time.
Battery leader's passing marked
John Goodenough, 2019 Nobel Prize winner in 2019 for groundbreaking work on the development of lithium-ion batteries, has passed away at the age of 100.
Breast explanations studied
Experts say more people need to know about the risks of cosmetic breast enhancement.
Diabetes driven to margins
Experts say structural racism and geographic inequity are escalating the global diabetes crisis.
Iridium advance reported
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have made significant progress in improving the efficiency of iridium-based catalysts for renewable energy.
Mobile virus probed
Australian researchers have revealed new details of a virus with serious pandemic potential.
Uni leader seeks free courses
The University of Melbourne's VC has joined with the Greens and student unions to advocate for free tertiary education.
AIMS studies reef life
A new study reveals shark and ray populations on Australian coral reefs are faring relatively well.
Bacteria camo uncovered
Australian scientists have discovered how Golden staph hides and thrives in human cells.