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Tobacco industry-backed research is still being published in some of the world's biggest medical journals
The BMJ
Research funded by tobacco companies and their subsidiaries is being frequently published across many of the world's most highly cited medical journals, according to an investigation by The BMJ. The investigation looked at the policies of 40 leading Read more about Tobacco industry-backed research is still being published in some of the world's biggest medical journals
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Coevolution a driving force behind biodiversity on Earth
Science
Coevolution is a driving force behind generating biodiversity on Earth, explaining why there are millions of different species, according to a new study led by The Australian National University (ANU). Coevolution is a driving force behind Read more about Coevolution a driving force behind biodiversity on Earth
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Tiny gene editing tool CRISPR goes viral
PLOS Biology
Chinese scientists have modified a tiny version of protein used in gene editing called CRISPR to make it more effective and packed it inside a virus that could be used to deliver gene therapy. Gene editing is a hot topic in medical research because Read more about Tiny gene editing tool CRISPR goes viral
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A shipping emissions regulation may have inadvertently led to ocean warming
Communications Earth & Environment
A 2020 regulation aimed at reducing air pollution from shipping emissions may have inadvertently resulted in the warming of several ocean areas, according to international research. The International Maritime Organization’s 2020 regulation Read more about A shipping emissions regulation may have inadvertently led to ocean warming
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Men made up over half of the injury hospitalisations in a year
This media release contains information some readers may find distressing as it refers to data about mental health, suicide and self-harm. If you or anyone you know needs help, support is available now. Call Lifeline (Aus) on 131 114 or Beyond Blue Read more about Men made up over half of the injury hospitalisations in a year
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EXPERT REACTION: Ticketmaster customers caught up in cybersecurity incident
Australian media is reporting the dark web group ShinyHunters has claimed to have stolen the personal data of millions of Ticketmaster customers worldwide. Below, Australian experts discuss how Ticketmaster should respond, and what people who may be Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Ticketmaster customers caught up in cybersecurity incident
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Picture this: Snapping photos of our food could be good for us
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
New Curtin University research reveals taking pictures of food isn’t just content for our social media feeds, but could be the key to improving people’s diets. New Curtin University research reveals taking pictures of food isn’t just content Read more about Picture this: Snapping photos of our food could be good for us
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New desalination technique to bolster global water security as planet warms
Nature Communications
Asimpler and morecost-efficient method for removing salt from seawater using heat, developed by scientists from The Australian National University (ANU), could address unprecedented global water shortages. Asimpler and morecost-efficient method for Read more about New desalination technique to bolster global water security as planet warms
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Portable pathology passes the test
Diagnostics
On-site pathology tests for infectious diseases in rural and remote locations can be just as reliable and accurate as tests carried out in a hospital laboratory, a new report from Flinders University shows. On-site pathology tests for infectious Read more about Portable pathology passes the test
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Slugs and snails love the city, unlike other animals
PLOS ONE
Slugs and snails are city slickers who prefer urban environments, according to international researchers who say other species aren’t so keen on life in the fast lane. The team used data from the environmental database iNaturalist, to see how well Read more about Slugs and snails love the city, unlike other animals
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Smartphones cheer teens up, which might be why they're potentially addictive
PLOS ONE
US scientists asked teens to fill in short surveys on their smartphones at random points throughout the day assessing their smartphone use, current mood, and mood before smartphone use. They found using their smartphone tended to cheer teens up, and Read more about Smartphones cheer teens up, which might be why they're potentially addictive
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Can you find valuable conversations in the YouTube comments section?
PLOS ONE
The comments section on politically neutral news media YouTube channels may be a place for people to have discussions outside their political bubble, according to international researchers who analysed the comments sections of various US news media Read more about Can you find valuable conversations in the YouTube comments section?
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Baby babble might seem random, but it may be vital for speech development
PLOS ONE
The squeals and growls of young bubs occur in recognisable clusters, according to US researchers, which they say suggests they're not just random babble, but an important part of speech development. The authors analysed a year's worth of recordings Read more about Baby babble might seem random, but it may be vital for speech development
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EXPERT REACTION: Girls are getting their periods earlier, scientists still don't know why
JAMA Network Open
A new study of over 70,000 American women born between 1950 and 2005 has shown that girls are getting their periods earlier and they're taking longer to become regular. While the average age reduced by a relatively small amount, the percentage of Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Girls are getting their periods earlier, scientists still don't know why
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Finding the goldilocks of cameras for self-driving cars
Nature
International researchers have published two papers in which they believe they could have overcome a big hurdle in camera tech for self-driving vehicles. They say their new sensor chip can combine both the need for fast but imprecise perception with Read more about Finding the goldilocks of cameras for self-driving cars
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Sugary drink tax linked to lower BMI in Seattle children
JAMA Open Network
A modest tax on sweetened beverages led to a small but significant decrease in the body mass index (BMI) of children in Seattle. Researchers analysed 5 years of BMI data following the implementation of the tax in 2018, and compared it with the BMI Read more about Sugary drink tax linked to lower BMI in Seattle children
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Children are likely being recommended inappropriate videos on YouTube
JAMA Network Open
A large amount of the video recommendations on YouTube videos popular with children contain inappropriate content, according to international researchers. Using new computers, the researchers started watching YouTube videos by using the 12 Read more about Children are likely being recommended inappropriate videos on YouTube
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Less snow in catchment areas can impact spring floods in complex ways
Nature
A warmer climate means a decrease in snow falling in catchment areas, and that can have complex impacts on rivers and streams when the snow melts, according to Australian and international research. The researchers studied over 3,000 snow-affected Read more about Less snow in catchment areas can impact spring floods in complex ways
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Gas-guzzling bacteria could reduce farming emissions
Nature
Adding gas-guzzling bacteria to fertiliser could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions on-farm, according to European researchers. Nitrogen fertilisers are essential for many crops, the researchers say, but they come with plenty of nitrous oxide Read more about Gas-guzzling bacteria could reduce farming emissions
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Keeping topsoil is key to trapping carbon on Aussie farms
Crop & Pasture Science
An 18-year-long experiment on a NSW farm has shown that the top 30cm of soil stores the bulk of carbon, making it vulnerable to erosion. The researchers wanted to work out if perennial or annual crops, with and without lime treatment, could store Read more about Keeping topsoil is key to trapping carbon on Aussie farms
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