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Global migratory species are facing an unprecedented decline, a UN report warns.
Language anger for dementia patients
Language barriers appear to increase aggression in dementia patients.
New funds for cancer quest
A $20 million funding boost has been made for the fight against devastating childhood brain cancers.
New record for chip tech
Australian researchers have set a new standard of precision for making quantum computer chips.
PC issues school stats
The Productivity Commission says school attendance and retention rates are showing a long-term decline.
Black Summer hit studied
Experts say the ‘Black Summer’ bushfires wiped billions from Australia’s tourism supply chain.
Lab-grown tumours offer options
Australian researchers have developed a method to grow tumours in the laboratory.
Pelican site protected
Authorities say they are maintaining an important breeding site for pelicans.
Sponge suggests steep rise
Evidence suggests that global temperatures have already risen by 1.5°C since the pre-industrial era.
Alzheimer's source studied
Experts say 5 UK patients ‘caught’ Alzheimer's from deceased growth hormone donors.
Concussion lingers in new study
A new study shows lingering symptoms often remain six months after a concussion.
Expert raises mental emergency
Professor Patrick McGorry, former Australian of the Year and mental health expert, says the rise in mental health issues among young Australians is a public health emergency.
Heat drives ambulance issues
Researchers have measured the significant increase in ambulance call-outs during heatwaves.
PC issues AI warning
The Productivity Commission wants Australia to balance AI innovation with regulation.
Advanced imagery for ADHD
Researchers say patterns of connectivity between brain cells could show what ADHD looks like.
Gender split in job paths
Experts say even the highest-achieving high school girls need more help finding their ‘dream’ jobs.
Lunch box costs tallied
School lunches cost an average of around $25 per child each week, according to new research.