Scientists forecast a "ghastly" future for the planet
18 January, 2021The survival of all species — including ours — is being threatened by loss of biodiversity and accelerating climate change in the coming decades, scientists say.
New species of prehistoric crocodile identified from fossil
14 January, 2021A new species of prehistoric crocodile, measuring more than five metres long and dubbed the 'swamp king', has been identified by Queensland researchers.
Australian lunar exploration mission announced
17 December, 2020SEVEN SISTERS is a mission to send nanosatellites and exploration sensors to the Moon to search for abundant, accessible water and resources in 2023.
Biomarker helps to diagnose Alzheimer's early
15 December, 2020Researchers have found new forms of tau protein that become abnormal in the very early stages of Alzheimer's disease before cognitive problems develop.
Building block for organic molecules discovered in meteorites
15 December, 2020Scientists have confirmed the presence in meteorites of a key organic molecule that may have been used to build other organic molecules, including some used by life.
Genetic medicine revolution
11 December, 2020 by Peter Davis | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdThe quest to produce the vaccine for COVID-19 has sharply focused attention on the 'new' age vaccines based on mRNA.
Continents were weak, prone to destruction in their infancy
08 December, 2020 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityMathematical modelling shows that continents remain weak and prone to destruction in their infancy, then progressively melt and differentiate to become stable continents.
CSIRO telescope surveys the Southern Sky in record time
02 December, 2020The Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder has conducted its first survey of the entire Southern Sky, mapping approximately 3 million galaxies in just 300 hours.
Coral 'tumours' affect reproduction and growth
24 November, 2020 | Supplied by: Curtin UniversityA tumour-like coral disease is prevalent in the reef systems around the Cocos Keeling Islands, affecting the coral's ability to reproduce and grow effectively.
Biomarker blood test could diagnose HPV-related cancers
20 November, 2020Neck, head and anal cancers linked to human papilloma viruses (HPV) could be detected early, thanks to a highly specific diagnostic test.
Saliva testing may help doctors diagnose concussions
17 November, 2020Doctors may be able to more accurately confirm concussions by measuring mRNA in a person's saliva, aiding diagnosis in a non-invasive, non-biased fashion.
Continued warming and wild weather: State of the Climate 2020
16 November, 2020Continued warming of Australia's climate, an increase in extreme fire weather and rising sea levels are highlighted in the latest State of the Climate report.
Extinct species of monk seal discovered in New Zealand
12 November, 2020 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityResearchers have uncovered an extinct species of monk seal that lived in the Southern Hemisphere, changing scientists' understanding of how seal species evolved around the world.
Rapid diagnostic could save people from dying of blood loss
12 November, 2020 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityA diagnostic made from a glass slide, Teflon film and a piece of paper can test for levels of fibrinogen concentration in blood in less than four minutes.
500 m-tall coral reef discovered in Great Barrier Reef
09 November, 2020Scientists have discovered what they claim is the first detached reef to be found in more than 120 years — and it's taller than some of the world's most prominent structures.
