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Alternative tidal wetlands in plain sight overlooked Blue Carbon superstars
BioScience
In a new study, scientists from Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, South Africa, Vietnam, the US and Mexico have highlighted the increasing opportunities for Blue Carbon projects for the conservation, restoration and improved management of highly Read more about Alternative tidal wetlands in plain sight overlooked Blue Carbon superstars
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‘Climate rollercoaster’: strong weather fluctuations rocked Australia in 2023
2023 was a “year of opposites” for Australia’s environment, but despite conditions fluctuating between wet and dry, overall conditions remain stable following a bumper year in 2022, according to the latest Australia’s Environment Report, led Read more about ‘Climate rollercoaster’: strong weather fluctuations rocked Australia in 2023
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Hope for autoinflammatory disease treatment
Science Signalling
University of Queensland researchers have discovered how the ‘on-switch’ for the body’s inflammation machinery can get stuck, causing rare genetic inflammatory diseases. In these diseases, there are genetic mutations that stick the Read more about Hope for autoinflammatory disease treatment
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Being poorer might age our brains faster
JNeurosci
Swiss and German researchers say they found a link between having a lower household income and the speed at which the white matter in our brains declines. White matter is important for our cognition as it relays information between different regions Read more about Being poorer might age our brains faster
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Why do cancer patients lose weight?
Nature Metabolism
About 20% of cancer deaths can be attributed to weight loss caused by the disease, and international researchers believe they have discovered a way cancer-related weight loss happens. The researchers screened the levels of metabolites - substances Read more about Why do cancer patients lose weight?
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Animal activity changed in unexpected ways during lockdown
Nature Ecology and Evolution
Using data from global wildlife camera traps, researchers have outlined how various types of mammals took advantage of the "anthropause": the sudden decrease in human activity during the pandemic. Despite the popular meme that "nature is healing", Read more about Animal activity changed in unexpected ways during lockdown
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Which anti-seizure medications are safest to take while pregnant?
JAMA Neurology
Some common anti-seizure medications are much safer to take while pregnant, according to Australian and international research. Many women with epilepsy need to continue taking anti-seizure medications while pregnant, despite these medications Read more about Which anti-seizure medications are safest to take while pregnant?
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Mystery of 'Havana syndrome' continues as no clear clinical issues found
JAMA
Assessments of 86 US government staff and family members who developed mysterious symptoms after serving overseas, something often called “Havana syndrome”, have failed to find significant clinical differences between people with this syndrome Read more about Mystery of 'Havana syndrome' continues as no clear clinical issues found
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Sustainable solution for wastewater polluted by dyes (and it's 'golden')
Solar RRR
Water pollution from dyes used in textile, food, cosmetic and other manufacturing is a major ecological concern with industry and scientists seeking biocompatible and more sustainable alternatives to protect the environment. A new study led by Read more about Sustainable solution for wastewater polluted by dyes (and it's 'golden')
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Very few fractures would be prevented by having more fracture prevention services in hospitals
Medical Journal of Australia
Increasing the number of fracture liaison services in Australian hospitals, which are designed to help prevent repeated fractures in people with fragile bone from osteoporosis, would prevent fewer than 1% of minimal trauma fractures but the costs Read more about Very few fractures would be prevented by having more fracture prevention services in hospitals
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Remote cognitive behavioural therapy seems to be just as good as in-person
Canadian Medical Association Journal
Based on 5,463 patients' experiences, remote cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) appears to be just as effective as in-person methods for treating a variety of conditions. Treatments were studied for depressive symptoms, insomnia, chronic pain or Read more about Remote cognitive behavioural therapy seems to be just as good as in-person
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Flooded in 2022 or 2023? Share your experience to improve flood safety
A new research project seeks to learn from the experiences of people affected by flooding in South Australia, Victoria and south-western NSW to gather vital insights about the information, communication and response in their local communities. A new Read more about Flooded in 2022 or 2023? Share your experience to improve flood safety
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Use of implantable defibrillators is increasing but clearer guidance is needed
Medical Journal of Australia
In NSW, the use of implantable defibrillators to manage life‐threatening heart rhythms has increased since 2005, but clearer guidance on their appropriate use is needed, according to the authors of new research. The study found that a Read more about Use of implantable defibrillators is increasing but clearer guidance is needed
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Calls to end the restraining of prisoners receiving palliative care
Medical Journal of Australia
Australian experts have called for the practice of restraining dying prisoner patients to be reviewed and overhauled so that "prisoners can be granted the fundamental human right of a dignified death". The experts say the processes for getting the Read more about Calls to end the restraining of prisoners receiving palliative care
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AI tools and parent support could be keys to unlock perfectionism
Internet Interventions
The quest to find ideal therapy for perfectionism, a condition showing alarming growth among very young people, has moved online - with researchers believing that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools could provide a better, more convenient solution, Read more about AI tools and parent support could be keys to unlock perfectionism
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Fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries on the horizon
Nature Nanotechnology
New research shows that the next generation of lithium-sulphur (Li||S) batteries may be capable of being charged in less than five minutes, instead of several hours as is currently the case. New research shows that the next generation of Read more about Fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries on the horizon
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EXPERT REACTION: It's now cheaper to run a fully electric home and car in NZ - report
New Zealand is one of the first places in the world where electric appliances and vehicles are now more affordable than their fossil fuel equivalents, according to a new report from an independent energy transition charity. The report finds that Read more about EXPERT REACTION: It's now cheaper to run a fully electric home and car in NZ - report
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Easing concern at antipsychotics use in pregnancy
eClinicalMedicine
The use of antipsychotics during pregnancy isn’t linked to childhood neurodevelopmental disorders or learning difficulties, UNSW Sydney-led study shows – giving assurance to those concerned about continuing their medications during pregnancy. Read more about Easing concern at antipsychotics use in pregnancy
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With dietitian support, very low calorie diets may be safe for teens
European Congress on Obesity
A short-term, very low calorie diet may be a safe option for teenagers with moderate to severe obesity if they are closely monitored by an experienced dietitian, according to a conference presentation by Australian researchers to be delivered at the Read more about With dietitian support, very low calorie diets may be safe for teens
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Alarm bells ring as scientists uncover major flaws in ability to track changes to global conservation areas
One Earth
An international team of researchers has identified a method to carefully monitor changes in Conserved Areas. In a significant stride towards safeguarding global biodiversity, the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) has set a target Read more about Alarm bells ring as scientists uncover major flaws in ability to track changes to global conservation areas
Australia; VICMonash University|WWF Australia