Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2016
Queensland researchers have filmed a particular coral bleaching behaviour for the first time.
More hints of fifth physical force
Physicists may have found new evidence of a fifth force of nature.
More Sun harnessed for quick cleaning
US researchers are working on a water disinfection device that can rapidly kill bacteria using light alone.
Neonicotinoids killing key bugs
Two studies this week show how pesticides are damaging to both butterflies and bees.
Reef bill runs into billions
A Queensland Government taskforce says it will cost about $8.2 billion to save the Great Barrier Reef.
Bacteria-bots trained on tumours
Bio-engineers are using bacteria controlled by magnets to deliver drugs.
Decades of health claims made public
A huge list of personal Medicare claims has been posted online, on purpose.
Folic facts falling out of mind
Most women are ignoring classic pregnancy supplements, researchers say.
PBS boost brings welcome inclusions
New listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) could save diabetics thousands of dollars a year.
Virtual strolls to stop real falls
Combining virtual reality and treadmill training helps prevent falls in older adults, according to a new study.
Natural? Not always
A Heart Foundation survey says half the products with the words “nature” or “natural” on the label do not form part of a healthy diet.
Dutton dismisses new abuse
Disturbing signs of abuse have again emerged from an Australian government facility.
Fight to fix failed Census
It’s been over 24 hours since #CensusFail, and mixed messages are still flying.
Rural communities on climate front line
Systemic disadvantages in rural and regional communities will get worse.
Call for safer tech cemetaries
The world needs to stop dumping its e-waste on developing nations, experts say.
NASA lets gamers meander on Mars
NASA has provided a cheap and safe way to explore the surface of Mars.
Climate cuts undone, partly
Australia appears to have a science minister again, and he appears to be in favour of science.
Report slams ignorance as policy
Australia’s offshore detention polices deliberately ignore inhumane treatment, investigators say.