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03
Mar
2021
Scientists dig deep to reveal Earth’s hidden layer »
It's an idea worthy of a Jules Verne novel; a mysterious layer at the centre of our planet.
Now researchers from The Australian National...
02
Mar
2021
Study reveals surprising history of world’s largest lizard »
The unusual breeding history of the Earth’s largest living lizard – the Komodo dragon – has been laid bare in a new ANU study.
26
Feb
2021
Lyrebirds use siren song to lure sexual partners »
Male lyrebirds use clever mimicry to increase their chances of sexual success, according to a new study involving ANU researchers.
25
Feb
2021
Invention can help prevent deaths caused by blood clots »
In a world first, the ANU invention can measure a blood clot’s “stickiness” and “optically weigh" it to assess a person’s disease risk.
05
Feb
2021
Turbocharging photosynthesis the key to a food secure world »
Australian agriculture plays a key role towards providing food for the planet but it is also expected to be one of the world's most...
05
Feb
2021
Spicy perfection isn’t to prevent infection »
New research takes popular spice myth off the menu.
03
Feb
2021
New software allows scientists to “walk inside” samples »
New software will allow scientists to see data in 3D and create life-like models of objects like fossils and mummies, making it possible to...
01
Feb
2021
Major sum adds up to even better maths thinking »
A $785,000 donation from the US-based Simons Foundation will go to Australia’s only maths research in residence program, MATRIX.
28
Jan
2021
$3 million boost to protect our biodiversity »
Threatened Australian animal and plant species have been given a major lifeline, thanks to new funding for a new DNA database.
22
Jan
2021
New study reveals secrets to solar success »
A new study shows how researchers at The Australian National University (ANU) achieved a world record in solar cell efficiency.
The...
18
Jan
2021
Parrots pushed to extinction, despite protection policies »
Habitat destruction by logging and agriculture is pushing parrot species towards extinction, according to new research.
15
Jan
2021
Project maps “astronomical” number of celestial objects »
Nearly 700 million astronomical objects have been carefully catalogued and made public as part of a major international project.
14
Jan
2021
Researchers explore how to share data and keep privacy »
A new book from researchers at The Australian National University (ANU) outlines how we can improve the way we share sensitive data and...
13
Jan
2021
Funding boost means sunny days for solar innovation »
A $4.5 million funding boost will help researchers at The Australian National University (ANU) develop next-generation solar cell...
12
Jan
2021
Study helps unlock secrets of star formation »
A new study by an international team of researchers has used computer power to map the so-called "sonic scale", showing the key role...
08
Jan
2021
Australia’s Black Summer a climate wake-up call »
The Black Summer bushfires are a “wake up call” demonstrating the extreme effects of climate change in Australia, according to a new study.
16
Dec
2020
Ringo Starr of the bird world heading for extinction »
New research shows palm cockatoos, renowned for their human-like musical drumming behaviour, are threatened with extinction.
11
Dec
2020
Summer space shows set to bring cheer in a tough year »
Stargazers are in for a summer treat with three out-of-this-world events over the next week, ranging from shooting stars to a great...
11
Dec
2020
New project to help tackle Type 1 Diabetes »
The Australian National University (ANU) has announced a new research project with Janssen Research & Development, LLC, aimed at...
11
Dec
2020
New study could offer helping hand for picky parrots »
New research has shown just how picky the iconic superb parrot is about the types of tree hollows they nest in.
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