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Two new studies have suggested celery, artichokes and certain herbs may be able to kill human pancreatic cancer cells.
If these buildings could talk
Researchers at the University of Adelaide are working on a new technology which can ‘talk’ to large structures about their health and wellbeing.
New chips learn from the human brain
Mobile phones, computers, video game consoles and other such devices are crammed with an unbelievable amount of microscopic transistors to allow them to process information, but still none have come close to the complexity or computing scale of the human brain.
Powerless wireless could network all things
A new device has allowed the wireless transmission of data between two devices with no power supplies or batteries.
Scoping out sites for mines in space
Scottish scientists have done some prospecting in space, identifying twelve nearby asteroids which could be harnessed and mined for valuable resources.
Tea or coffee can enliven livers
A morning cup of tea or coffee is considered vital by many, but now researchers say it may provide more benefits than just being able to face the day.
Uni, Charity collaborate for the elderly
A partnership has been formed to improve the standard of aged-care in Australia.
Australia makes its mark on world uni rankings
The Academic Ranking of World Universities has been released by a Chinese institution for the tenth consecutive year, and seen 19 Australian universities ranked in the world’s top 500.
Facebook feeds dislike to teens
A study has probed the effects of Facebook use on the well-being of young people, finding that it does not seem to help.
Barriers make coral reef fish better, more varied
A study of various types of coral reef fish has highlighted the barriers they face in evolution; barriers which define species and help create new ones too.
Dung and giant emus; an Oxford look at the recent past
A new study has revealed the effects of the rapid loss of giant ancient creatures, whose massive droppings played a significant role in forming the current ecosystem.
Magnetic success drawing in more patients
A team of psychiatrists and neuroscientists at Monash University is claiming success in tests using intense magnetic fields to treat patients with drug-resistant depression.
Nano-filter to help keep millions bug-free
Researchers at CSIRO have developed a new technique which paves the way for the next generation of portable potable water devices.
New design to put people in solar cars
A team of engineering students at the University of New South Wales has had a re-think of the traditionally super-sleek solar car design, remodelling the sun-mobile with humans in mind.
Rapid bus transit could treat traffic trauma for commuters
New research into efficient and sustainable models for public transport has been undertaken by scientists at the University of Sydney, hopefully leading to a world without traffic jams.
Industry partnerships pairing up
A new scholarship program has been put together by The University of Sydney; the funds are aimed at developing engineering leaders to inspire undergraduates in the degree.
NASA aims for inter-planetary gold mine
With global resource demand becoming irreversably high and population too reaching ever-increasing numbers, many humans will be reaching toward space for a hand to leave the rapidly over-crowding rock.
New sensor signals optical skin
A new kind of touch sensor is being developed which could provide a new level of speed and accuracy, converting mechanical input directly into an optical signal.
Robogals growing young numbers in the West
The Robogals team has again brought a taste of the thrills and challenges in the world of engineering to regional high school students in Western Australia.
Study probes workplace happiness, mental health
Positive mental health in the workplace and suicide prevention is at the heart of a new study being conducted by the University of Melbourne.
Fabulous fibro fit-out awarded gold in Solar Olympics
A University of Wollongong team has taken out an international prize for renewable energy-based house design.