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Australia’s universities are in limbo, caught between policy confusion and political grandstanding.
Experts reject green hub
A colossal wind and solar energy hub planned for the Nullarbor Plain has triggered backlash from scientists.
Falling costs rise
Falls are Australia’s leading cause of injury-related hospitalisations and deaths.
Genomic body forming
The Federal Government says the new Genomics Australia will integrate genomic research into healthcare.
Global diabetes review shows gaps
New stats show close to a billion people have diabetes, but most cannot get proper treatment.
Key emissions hit new height
Fossil fuel emissions have reached record levels despite overall CO₂ output stabilising.
UNSW to study grid links
New funding could see smarter grid integration for rooftop solar and batteries.
Exam peek on blank pages
Thousands of VCE students have inadvertently received a sneak peek at their final exams.
Detention harm detailed
Australia’s offshore detention drives a 20-fold rise in PTSD among refugees, UNSW finds.
Ancient river meals analysed
Archaeological findings add new details to the record of ancient Aboriginal communities along the Murray River.
Mars coastline spotted
Chinese researchers have found possible evidence of a short-lived ancient ocean on Mars.
Quantum correction coming
Two quantum theorists have solved a decades-old problem that will free up quantum computing power.
Reef runoff watch enhanced
Researchers are using new tools to monitor the quality of water in streams and rivers that feed the Great Barrier Reef.
Adaptation shortfall tallied
The UN says much more climate adaptation is needed as global temperatures creep dangerously close to a 1.5°C increase.