Could this 'PFAS trap' remove the most difficult-to-capture variants from water?
26 February, 2026Flinders University scientists have showcased the use of a nano-sized molecular cage that acts as a highly selective 'PFAS trap'.
March workshops seek to empower NT flood evacuees
25 February, 2026In March, a workshop series will bring together researchers and community members to co-design a data dashboard unique to the needs of the Northern Territory.
What journalists expect from the scientists they speak to
29 January, 2026 by Richard Stone* | Supplied by: Stone Junction LtdPeer review is often treated as the end of the story, but for journalists it is usually the point where the story becomes possible — here's what they expect.
Colon cancer DNA in blood can guide chemo decisions
12 November, 2025
A simple blood test could change how doctors decide which patients with colon cancer need chemotherapy, according to an international study.
Non-invasive blood test helps rule out oesophageal cancer
21 October, 2025Designed and developed in Australia, the PromarkerEso test is designed to offer a quick, non-invasive alternative to endoscopy for people with chronic reflux.
Taste-based flu test enables rapid diagnosis
15 October, 2025The diagnostic tool consists of the sensor molecule thymol and a virus-specific sugar building block, both of which could be incorporated into confectionery such as chewing gum or lollipops.
New international partnerships back Australia's space industry
14 October, 2025The Space Industry Association of Australia has commended the Australian Government on some major international agreements announced at the recent International Astronautical Congress.
European Space Agency inaugurates deep space antenna in WA
10 October, 2025The ESA has expanded its capability to communicate with scientific, exploration and space safety missions across our Solar System, with the inauguration of a 35 m-diameter deep space antenna on 4 October.
Seaweed on sandy coastlines contributes to methane emissions
23 September, 2025New research has revealed that sandy coastlines are a previously overlooked source of methane, challenging the accepted role of coastal vegetation as carbon storage.
Black hole collision supports Hawking's landmark theory
19 September, 2025Astrophysicists have witnessed a collision between two black holes that was so loud, they were able to use it to test — and prove — Stephen Hawking's theory of black hole thermodynamics.
Blood test detects alcohol use in people with liver disease
18 September, 2025Research has found that a specialised blood test can detect alcohol use in people with liver disease far more accurately than commonly used biomarker tests or patient self-reports.
Eco-friendly bioplastic degrades in just 29 days
16 September, 2025As durable as conventional plastics, the biodegradable and recyclable bioplastic is water-resistant and can be processed into sturdy sheets or pellets.
Uncovering differences in wild and domesticated crops
05 September, 2025Researchers have revealed insights into the genetic make-up of wild varieties of common crops that show how domestication has changed crop traits over time.
Lipoprotein test could save people from cardiovascular disease
27 August, 2025Elevated levels of a lipoprotein known as Lp(a) impact an estimated one in five people worldwide and lead to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, the number one cause of death globally.
Dogs can detect Parkinson's disease by odour
07 August, 2025People with Parkinson's disease have an odour that can be reliably detected from skin swabs by trained dogs, according to new research.
