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Australians have some of the highest trust in scientists globally, a new study shows.
Huge heat drives water issues
The Earth's record-breaking heat is having serious effects on its water cycle.
Urine mined for farm help
Researchers are testing a new method to transform wastewater into a resource for agriculture.
Shorten leaves for uni post
Former Australian Labor leader Bill Shorten is stepping down from his political career today.
Oysters probed for vital use
Scientists say oyster blood could help fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Carbon tallied in 'technosphere'
Scientists have estimated how much carbon is stored in all human-made products.
Endo blood test coming
Australian researchers have developed a non-invasive blood test for endometriosis.
Three-way storage tested
Monash University researchers have unveiled a new, more efficient thermal energy storage (TES) material.
Recent bleaching reviewed
The Great Barrier Reef is bleaching faster than it can recover, scientists warn.
Tech targets cancer genes
Researchers have used CRISPR technology to target cancer mutations previously considered untouchable.
Uni tweaks to open attendance
The Albanese Government has detailed reforms to the higher education system.
Universal rethink to clear darkness
Physicists say the universe could be explained without dark energy.
Visa 'go-slow' coming
The Federal Government is slowing student visa approvals to address surging enrolments and pre-election migration concerns.
Singapore agreement updated
Australia and Singapore have signed a potentially pivotal agreement to advance safe and ethical AI.
New plan to drive AI
The Albanese Government has unveiled a new initiative aimed at making Australia a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI).
DNA origins detailed
The universal genetic code may have evolved differently than scientists long believed.
Local rover set for Moon mission
An Australian consortium has been chosen to deliver the nation’s first lunar rover.
Ancient hook-up unravelled
Humans and Neanderthals appear to have mixed more recently than scientists once thought.