Science
Aboriginal smoking rituals unlock new treatment for skin conditions
Researchers at the University of New England have discovered a novel way to treat common skin conditions such as acne,......
Dung beetles cleaning up Australia
It sounds a little bit crazy, but the CSRIO is about to deliberately introduce two new species of dung beetle.......
Experts optimistic about the future of carbon reduction
A conference held in Sydney this week saw carbon capture and storage (CCS) experts from all over the world meet......
Forgetful? New study says brain size is to blame
If you have ever beaten yourself up over being forgetful, it might be time to give yourself a break. Researchers......
“Genuine” stem cell medicine not too far away
Stem cells are the cells in your body from which all of your other cells are derived, kind of like......
Plane talk on the iPhone
Ever been on the plane and been told to turn off your phone, ipad or kindle? In Australia we have......
City spiders better off than bush relatives
Spiders that live in the city are thriving more than their bush relatives, as warmer temperatures and greater access to......
Horticulture grows in Brisbane
Brisbane hosts the 2014 International Horticulture Congress, with a wide variety of scientific topics about fruits, vegetables, water, among others.......
Is testing on animals all bad?
Non-profit organisation Humane Research Australia has capitalised on the successful Ice Bucket Challenge – in support of research for neurodegenerative......
Steering the debate towards robot ethics
A world where robots cater to our every whim may still be a futuristic dream, but they may soon be......