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Volcanoes on Venus may still be erupting
Nature Astronomy
Volcanic activity on Venus is ongoing and similar to that of Earth, according to new international research published in Nature Astronomy. Researchers analysed two sets of data from radar images taken in 1990 and 1992, and found changes on the planet Read more about Volcanoes on Venus may still be erupting
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Stomp-rocket explanation for Hawaiian volcano eruptions
Nature Geoscience
In May 2018, twelve explosive eruptions at the Hawaiian volcano Kīlauea produced atmospheric plumes reaching 8km into the sky. Explosive eruptions are normally driven by molten rock rising, or steam expanding, however those processes couldn't Read more about Stomp-rocket explanation for Hawaiian volcano eruptions
Pacific; InternationalUS Geological Survey Volcano Science Center California Volcano Observatory, Moffett Field, CA, USA -
Camera tags capture social flexibility of Antarctic minke whales
Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology
Researchers have conducted one of the first quantitative studies of social structure and social foraging in Antarctic minke whales (AMWs), using pioneering animal-borne camera tags. This study sheds light on the complex social and foraging Read more about Camera tags capture social flexibility of Antarctic minke whales
Australia; International; QLDGriffith University|The University of Queensland -
Pomegranates could offer a solution to fatty liver disease
Antioxidants
Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) are investigating the effects Ellegic acid, an antioxidant found in some fruits and vegetables, could have on halting and potentially reversing the damage caused by fatty liver disease. Pomegranates could Read more about Pomegranates could offer a solution to fatty liver disease
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Humble leaders boost employees’ workplace status and leadership potential
Journal of Organizational Behavior
There are many different types of workplace leaders, from those who prioritise the needs of team members and the organisation above their own, to authentic leaders who foster openness, trust and transparency. A recent study by the University of Read more about Humble leaders boost employees’ workplace status and leadership potential
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EXPERT REACTION: Hundreds feared dead following landslide in Papua New Guinea
Authorities in Papua New Guinea are still counting the cost of a landslide in the country's highlands, with more than 670 people now feared dead. Below, Australian experts discuss the likely cause of this landslide and the challenges those Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Hundreds feared dead following landslide in Papua New Guinea
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Can you escape the ‘medical mayhem’ of UniSA’s new immersive teaching experience?
Fluorescent hospital lights, a post-operative patient monitored by machines, and an anxious medical team waiting to sign off on the successful procedure. But something’s missing and until it’s found no one can leave the room. Accounting for Read more about Can you escape the ‘medical mayhem’ of UniSA’s new immersive teaching experience?
Australia; SAUniversity of South Australia -
Call to empower science for the future of small island developing states
4th international conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4)
An urgent call for increased international support and collaboration for science in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) has been released in a declaration by the International Science Council (ISC) SIDS Liaison Committee at the 4th international Read more about Call to empower science for the future of small island developing states
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What makes a 'good farmer' in Aotearoa?
Journal of the Royal Society of New Zealand
Farmers and non-farmers in New Zealand generally agree on what makes a 'good farmer,' according to new research. For both groups, the broad definition covers animal welfare, biodiversity, environmentally friendly farming practices, and connections Read more about What makes a 'good farmer' in Aotearoa?
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Huhu grubs: a protein-packed future food for Aotearoa?
New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research
Huhu grub farms could boost food security and the New Zealand economy, but more research is needed to figure out viable commercial farming methods. University of Otago researchers say there is much to learn from traditional Māori harvesting Read more about Huhu grubs: a protein-packed future food for Aotearoa?
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Echidnapus identified from an ‘Age of Monotremes’
Alcheringa: An Australasian Journal of Palaeontology
Australian researchers have found evidence of the oldest known platypus and a new species, dubbed ‘echidnapus’, which has a platypus-like anatomy alongside features that more closely resemble an echidna. Published today in the Alcheringa: An Read more about Echidnapus identified from an ‘Age of Monotremes’
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Pre- and early-term births increased during US heatwaves, especially among poorer people
JAMA Network Open
A study that looked at more than 53 million births in 50 US cities and surrounds between 1993 and 2017, accounting for more than half of all US births during the period, found rates of pre- and early-term births increased during heatwaves, Read more about Pre- and early-term births increased during US heatwaves, especially among poorer people
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Untreated milk from bird flu infected cows poses a risk if consumed
New England Journal of Medicine
Untreated milk from cows infected with the deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu virus can infect susceptible animals that consume it, according to US research. When mice were fed the untreated milk from infected cows they showed signs of illness from the Read more about Untreated milk from bird flu infected cows poses a risk if consumed
InternationalUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison, USA -
COVID-19 eliminated a decade of progress in global level of life expectancy
The COVID-19 pandemic wiped out nearly a decade of progress in improving life expectancy within just two years, according to the latest edition of the World Health Statistics released by the World Health Organization (WHO). Between 2019 and 2021, Read more about COVID-19 eliminated a decade of progress in global level of life expectancy
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Semaglutide found to reduce risk of kidney disease and death
New England Journal of Medicine
Popular diabetes medication semaglutide has been found to prevent kidney failure and reduce deaths in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Semaglutide, more widely known by brand names Ozempic and Wegovy, significantly reduces Read more about Semaglutide found to reduce risk of kidney disease and death
Australia; International; NSWThe University of New South Wales -
Pig to person kidney transplants showed early signs of rejection
Med
With the first living recipient of a pig kidney passing away earlier this month, researchers are investigating what goes on at a cellular level during these pig-to-human transplants, and they have identified early signs of organ rejection in two Read more about Pig to person kidney transplants showed early signs of rejection
InternationalNYU Langone Health, Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, USA -
Masks work and we should use them more, say researchers
Clinical Microbiology Reviews
A sweeping review of international research has found strong and consistent evidence that masks prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. The authors call on researchers to stop debating the question of whether masks work and instead focus on how Read more about Masks work and we should use them more, say researchers
Australia; New Zealand; InternationalUniversity of Otago|The University of New South Wales... -
Urgent action on superbugs could save 750,000 lives a year
The Lancet
Almost five million people per year are dying around the world from infections linked to antimicrobial resistance, according to international authors of a new Lancet series who say 750,000 of these deaths could be prevented each year through vaccines Read more about Urgent action on superbugs could save 750,000 lives a year
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EXPERT REACTION: Little bush moa genome shines a light on NZ's extinct native birds
Science Advances
Using ancient DNA recovered from a fossil bone, scientists have reconstructed the genome of the turkey-sized little bush moa, which went extinct 500-600 years ago. This work allows the scientists to estimate a likely long-term population size of Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Little bush moa genome shines a light on NZ's extinct native birds
New Zealand; InternationalHarvard University, USA -
Distrust in climate scientists comes from a minority, but their skepticism is powerful
PLOS Climate
The majority of the public trust climate scientists nowadays, according to a narrative review by international researchers who say the minority who distrust climate scientists are a driving force in inaction on climate change. The team reviewed Read more about Distrust in climate scientists comes from a minority, but their skepticism is powerful
InternationalHarvard University, USA