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About $2.8 billion in technology investments are included in the 2024 federal budget...
Fouling tested for better chemicals
New methods could allow the chemical industry to make better use of water.
Green money for COP bid
This week’s Federal Budget continues support for the government’s environmental and climate measures.
Labels lie in shark meat sweep
A recent study shows most shark meat is mislabelled at fish markets and takeaway shops.
Mind-reading tech tested
A new mind-reading device is capable of decoding words that people are thinking but not vocalising.
Reef restoration gives hope
The revival of a reef in South Australia provides hope for broader marine restoration efforts.
WaterNSW experts spread
Dam experts from WaterNSW are partnering with Armidale Regional Council to enhance the monitoring of local dam infrastructure.
Quantum coherence extended
Australian researchers have assisted what could be a major quantum computing advance.
Health fund topped up
Researchers are invited to apply for a share in a new $160 million medical research fund.
Icy inquiry backs new ship
An inquiry report has slammed the “bewildering” budget overspend in Australia’s Antarctic mission.
Mine maps backed
The Federal Government is funding millions of dollars worth of mapping for mining companies.
Liquid switch seen early
The boundary between solid and liquid metal is far more dynamic than previously known.
Magnetic link to complex life
A new study suggests the near-collapse of Earth's magnetic field may have contributed to complex life.
Doped plastic eats itself
Scientists have developed a self-digesting plastic that could reduce plastic pollution and also strengthen itself.
Bug study looks at hospital loo
A new study finds hospital toilets are hoarding harmful bugs, and men's are worse than women's.
Conductor switch tested
Australian researchers are working on a new conductor that only conducts when needed.