Archived News for Research Sector Professionals - February, 2019
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority acted unlawfully, committed gross maladministration and ignored climate change ...
Moon rock's Earth origin plotted
Researchers have discovered a Moon rock that appears to have been thrown there from Earth.
Mosquitos modified against Zika
CSIRO has engineered mosquitoes to be resistant to the devastating Zika virus.
Respect training aimed at unis
A new respectful relationships program has been created for university students.
WA whales at risk of strike
An important Western Australian refuge for humpback whale mothers to nurse their newborn calves may no longer be the safe haven for them it once was.
Milky Way mapped in detail
New research has produced a more accurate map of our galaxy and revealed its true shape – warped and twisted.
Cancer revamp considered
Experts are debating whether low risk cancers should be renamed to make them sound less scary.
CO2 scrubbers improved
Researchers have developed a new way to remove carbon dioxide from coal-burning power plant emissions.
Cocktails inspire contraceptive
International scientists led by a man called Dr Wang are working on a new male contraceptive.
Exercise could spare 200k from cancer
More than 200,000 cancer cases could be avoided in Australia over the next 25 years if people maintain a healthy weight and exercise regime.
Low-power light reactions tested
RMIT experts say using solar power to drive chemical manufacturing would lead to enormous energy savings.
Poo transplants tested
Poo transplants have been shown to be successful in the treatment of ulcerative colitis.