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Victoria’s feral cats move in for the kill after control programs cut fox numbers
Conservation programs that control foxes in order to protect Victoria’s endangered and threatened native animals may be inadvertently giving space for feral cats to thrive, according to research by the University of Melbourne. In a paper published Read more about Victoria’s feral cats move in for the kill after control programs cut fox numbers
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From carbon to clouds - Ocean detectives return with climate clues
The longest science voyage by CSIRO research vessel RV Investigator has returned to Australia with one of the most comprehensive datasets ever collected in the Southern Ocean. Over 60 days and 12,000 kilometres, the voyage led by the Australian Read more about From carbon to clouds - Ocean detectives return with climate clues
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Spontaneous curvature the key to shape-shifting nanomaterials
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Inspired by nature, nanotechnology researchers have identified ‘spontaneous curvature’ as the key factor determining how ultra-thin, artificial materials can transform into useful tubes, twists and helices. Inspired by nature, nanotechnology Read more about Spontaneous curvature the key to shape-shifting nanomaterials
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Few hospitals include stop smoking services in their lung cancer care
Respirology
Only 4. 5% of Australian and NZ lung cancer care centres include services to help people stop smoking, according to new research. The survey of lung cancer doctors, which covers about 85% of the centres treating lung cancer in Australia and 100% Read more about Few hospitals include stop smoking services in their lung cancer care
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National registry to improve the health of deaf and hard of hearing children
The health and well-being of deaf and hard-of-hearing children will significantly improve under the first national system that can track their care. Research at a Glance:The health and well-being of deaf and hard of hearing children will Read more about National registry to improve the health of deaf and hard of hearing children
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Killer whale observed hunting great white sharks solo for the first time
African Journal of Marine Science
A solo orca (killer whale) has been observed by scientists individually hunting and eating a great white shark, a feat that scientists say has never been seen before. According to the orca researchers who witnessed the event, orcas have been Read more about Killer whale observed hunting great white sharks solo for the first time
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The Covid-19 pandemic put Antarctic research on ice
SCIENCE ADVANCES
Covid-19 had a profound impact on international cooperation and governance in Antarctica, new Canterbury-led research has found. The pandemic also significantly impacted research funding, fieldwork operations and career development for scientists Read more about The Covid-19 pandemic put Antarctic research on ice
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Healthy sleep needs a healthy day: boost exercise to beat your bedtime blues
Sleep Health
Research from the University of South Australia shows that getting a good night’s sleep is tied to how you structure your day, with exercise at the heart of sleep quality. Early riser or night owl, everyone appreciates a good night’s sleep. But Read more about Healthy sleep needs a healthy day: boost exercise to beat your bedtime blues
Australia; VIC; QLD; SAUniversity of South Australia|Griffith University|Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) -
Making up for lost time: how our brains ‘predict the present’
Neuroscience and Biobehavioural Reviews
You’re an ace tennis player facing a 180kmph serve. In the approximately 80 milliseconds it takes your brain to register the position of the speeding ball, the ball has already moved a further 4m, and yet you hit it. Just how do the eyes and brain Read more about Making up for lost time: how our brains ‘predict the present’
Australia; International; VIC; QLDQueensland University of Technology (QUT)|The University of Melbourne -
AI-informed avatar to improve child protection
An avatar collaborative project involving Griffith University researchers, led by SimulaMet and OsloMet in Norway, will use AI to improve child protection. An avatar collaborative project involving Griffith University researchers, led by SimulaMet Read more about AI-informed avatar to improve child protection
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1 billion people are now obese, and Aussie rates are on the way up
The Lancet
A global analysis has found that more than one billion people in the world are now living with obesity, and for kids and teens, the rate of obesity is now four times what it was in 1990. Among adults, the global obesity rate more than doubled in Read more about 1 billion people are now obese, and Aussie rates are on the way up
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NZ politicians might under-estimate the influence of gifts
International Journal of Drug Policy
Ten New Zealand MPs were interviewed about their perceptions of gift-giving in the political sphere. Attitudes varied, but the most constant theme was a consistent downplaying of the importance and impacts of gifts. The study found that the MPs Read more about NZ politicians might under-estimate the influence of gifts
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Shackleton's milk: not too different from today's
Journal of Dairy Science
100-year-old powdered milk brought on the Shackleton expedition has been studied and found to be remarkably similar to its modern equivalent. Fonterra scientists found that the only major differences were due largely to how the antiquated storage, Read more about Shackleton's milk: not too different from today's
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Tiny magnetic particles in air pollution linked to development of Alzheimer’s
Environment International
Magnetite, a particle found in air pollution, could induce signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, according to a study in mice and human brain cells. Magnetite, a tiny particle found in air pollution, can induce signs and symptoms of Read more about Tiny magnetic particles in air pollution linked to development of Alzheimer’s
Australia; NSWUniversity of Technology Sydney (UTS)|The University of New South Wales -
Bottlenecks and beehives: how an invasive bee colony defied genetic expectations
Current Biology
A single bee colony has broken through a 'genetic bottleneck' to display genomic variation. Adaptability despite low genetic diversity could be a good sign for threatened species. For more than a decade, invasive Asian honeybees have defied Read more about Bottlenecks and beehives: how an invasive bee colony defied genetic expectations
Australia; NSW; QLD; ACTThe University of Sydney|CSIRO -
El Niño likely to cause record-breaking average temps in the first half of 2024
Scientific Reports
In the first half of 2024, many areas of the world are likely to experience record-breaking average surface air temperatures, according to international researchers. The team say that coastal areas in Asia such as the Bay of Bengal and the South Read more about El Niño likely to cause record-breaking average temps in the first half of 2024
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Building a healthier state from the inside out
Applied Health Economics and Health Policy
If Australia wants better results from its annual $180 billion dollars healthcare services expenditure, health economists must play a key role in decision making to improve the efficiency of local hospitals and health networks. Greater input from Read more about Building a healthier state from the inside out
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A lightweight fish pen to move farms to deeper seas
Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
The University of Queensland has co-led a project to design a cost effective yet robust pen to expand fish farming into deeper ocean areas to help feed the growing global population. The University of Queensland has co-led a project to design a cost Read more about A lightweight fish pen to move farms to deeper seas
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EXPERT REACTION: Junk food linked to over 30 physical, mental health and sleep problems
The BMJ
Eating more junk foods such as soft drinks, packaged snacks and sugary cereals is associated with a higher risk of over 30 different health problems both physical and mental, according to an umbrella review by Australian and international researchers Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Junk food linked to over 30 physical, mental health and sleep problems
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New online platform to improve disaster preparedness using community-sourced data, resource mapping and AI
A new online platform aims to better prepare communities for disasters with the use of community sourced data, resource mapping and artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The report Towards Resilient Communities released today, provides details on the Read more about New online platform to improve disaster preparedness using community-sourced data, resource mapping and AI
Australia; VIC; QLDARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society...