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Turf cooling tested
Experts are investigating the use of water storage systems to help cool artificial grass.
Robo-whiskers for better detection
Researchers at Flinders University are developing ‘whiskers’ for robots.
Many miss dissociation signs
Dissociation is a common trauma response, but only one in five psychologists can accurately identify symptoms.
New obesity measure outlined
Experts have come up with a new framework to move away from the reliance on Body Mass Index (BMI).
Prison tests studied
Mandatory drug testing in Australian prisons does not deter drug use but does contribute to poor social, health, and criminal justice outcomes, an expert says.
Crypto crowd probed
Cryptocurrency investors are more likely to hold non-mainstream political views and exhibit certain psychological traits ...
Selective outcomes studied
Experts say Australian selective schools offer little long-term advantage for students.
AI job boost predicted
Artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to create up to 200,000 AI-related jobs in Australia by 2030, new findings suggest.
CSIRO expands super-computing
CSIRO has partnered with Dell to develop an advanced high-performance computing (HPC) system named Virga.
NT boosts forensics
The Northern Territory Police Force’s Forensic Science Branch will undergo significant upgrades due to a substantial funding increase.
Social media harm suggested
Researchers have investigated whether a marked decline in youth mental health is linked to social media.
Acidic switch turns off fish
Ocean acidification appears to be making coral reefs less appealing to certain fish species due to the simplification of coral structure.
Bleaching risk predicted
Future marine heatwaves are predicted to heighten the risk of coral bleaching events.
Deep sweep of Brisbane River
Experts have explored the remarkable diversity of microorganisms that play a critical role in maintaining the health of the Brisbane River.
Ancient office work hurt
Ancient Egyptian scribes faced occupational hazards similar to modern office workers, research shows.