Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - June, 2024
In 2019, alcohol was responsible for the deaths of 2.6 million people, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Sleep linked to Alzheimer's effects
Getting more than six hours of quality sleep each night may help prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, experts say.
AI shreds exam test
The exam system of a prominent UK university failed to detect nearly all AI-generated submissions in a recent test.
ARC announces new funds and leaders
The Australian Research Council (ARC) has announced $43 million in funding for 72 new projects.
Corrupt finding from CIT probe
The ACT Integrity Commission has found the former CEO of the Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) guilty of corrupt conduct.
'Deathbot' values studied
People are increasingly turning to AI to have simulated discussions with the dead.
Social media harms reviewed
A new study suggests that social media use may contribute to an increase in mental health issues such as depression and anxiety among young people.
Ultrasound drives drug delivery
Researchers have developed a method to deliver drugs precisely to targeted parts of the body using ultrasound.
AI aimed at better building
A new system could enhance the success rates of medium and large-scale construction projects.
Pollution worse for patients
New research finds air pollution significantly impacts heart disease and mortality rates among cancer patients.
Self-driving stats suggest safety
New research has found that self-driving cars are already better drivers than humans, in many cases.
ARENA backs car grid
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has granted $3.2 million to Amber Electric for a residential trial focusing on battery electric vehicle (BEV) smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) services.
Cheap solar fund open
A $100 million challenge has been launched to reduce costs and expand the Australian solar industry.
Language purpose probed
Experts have reflected on whether language is developed as a tool for thought or for communication.
Quantum deal questioned
The Federal Government has been accused of conducting a misleading expression of interest (EoI) process for quantum computing.
Daily Mars frost discovered
Scientists have discovered morning frost on some of the oldest and tallest volcanoes in the Solar System.
New sources in antibiotic sweep
Researchers have counted nearly a million potential sources of antibiotics in nature.