Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - August, 2020
Queensland quantum physicists have come upon a new paradox that challenges some long-held beliefs about nature.
Uni grift list grows
Investigations have revealed that at least 10 universities are involved in an underpayment scandal.
Unis call for protection
Universities say the number of student places needs to grow even faster than planned, and fee hikes will not help.
Cancer 'ecosystem' studied
New techniques are allowing experts to examine the broad cancer ‘ecosystem’ that supports a tumour.
Child stroke rehab improved
Experts have produced the first clinical guidelines in Australia to improve the rehabilitation of children who have a stroke.
Spy changes continue creep
The Federal Government could be moving to allow ASD spies to keep an eye on Australian citizens.
Voltage hinders solar savings
Experts say powerlines may be limiting the savings Australians can make from solar.
TAFE value tallied
New research has found that the TAFE system supports $92.5 billion in annual economic benefits.
Tehan calls for HECS cut-off
The Federal Government wants to cut off student loans for those who fail more than half of their subjects.
Gas plan brings water risk
Scientists say the Narrabri coal-seam gas project is too great a risk to water supplies.
Light shed on distant Ceres
Findings from the Dawn spacecraft suggest that the dwarf planet Ceres is an ocean world.
MOFs clean water quick
Monash University technology has been used to purify brackish water and seawater in less than 30 minutes.
Researchers fear COVID risk
Many early and mid-career researchers fear their careers are at risk due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rubber road tech invented
Australian researchers have come up with a new road-making material made of old tyres and building rubble.
ARENA backs car grid
ARENA has announced $838,000 in funding for an electric vehicle (EV) smart charging trial across the NEM.