Why 40°C is bearable in a desert but lethal in the tropics
Have you ever wondered why 40°C is bearable in a desert but lethal in the tropics?
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How is climate change affecting El Niño and La Niña?
For more than 30 years, climate researchers have puzzled over the link between human-caused climate change and El Niño and La Niña events. New research is shedding light on what might be happening.
Genetics study aims to net faster-breeding barramundi
Barramundi would reach breeding age twice as quickly under a Queensland geneticist's project, which could significantly boost Australia's aquaculture industry.
Institute sorry over findings of professor’s misconduct
A Brisbane medical institute has apologised for failings that made it slow to act to serious research misconduct by a prominent cancer researcher.
Critical minerals in demand but gas remains ‘important’
Mines and gas fields will continue to power national prosperity even as the federal budget accelerates Australia towards net-zero emissions.
Country roads lead to Australia’s technology revolution
With its vast landmass and history of skilled industry, regional Australia is shaping up to be the launch pad for a new era in technology and manufacturing.
Ageist attitudes linked to worse health in older people
Older people believing negative stereotypes about ageing has been linked to a shorter lifespan, poorer physical and mental health, and cognitive decline.
Discovery in fight against inflammation in severe COVID
Researchers are nearer to a treatment for out-of-control inflammation due to COVID-19 following a Queensland-led study into the body's immune response.
Ship found 80 years after Australian maritime disaster
The Montevideo Maru has been discovered off the coast of the Philippines 80 years after it was sunk, killing about 980 Australian troops and civilians.
Optus lawsuit a ‘wake-up call’ to corporate Australia
Optus customers, many of whom say they fear for their privacy and safety in the wake of a data breach at the telco, are suing for "substantial" compensation.
They breed ’em tough at Ningaloo as coral warms to task
Scientists at WA's World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef are breeding extra-tough coral capable of surviving climate change-induced mass bleaching events.
Thousands to witness rare solar eclipse in remote WA
The countdown is on to a total solar eclipse that will turn day into night as the sun vanishes from the sky in WA's remote Ningaloo region.
Day will turn to night in WA during rare solar eclipse
Thousands of eclipse chasers from across the globe will witness a rare total solar eclipse as the sun vanishes from the sky in WA's remote Ningaloo region.
Guardrails and guidelines as AI embeds itself deeper
Experts have released guidelines on using artificial intelligence with opinion divided on whether the technology will kill jobs or accelerate the economy.
Space technology to monitor, forecast quality of water
The CSIRO has launched a new water quality forecasting service using satellites and ground-based sensors in a world-first system.
Ukraine’s grim warning on Russian social media meddling
Ukrainian Ambassador Vasyl Myroshnychenko has warned Australia that Russia is exploiting social media divisions to undermine democracy.
Crocodiles are uniquely protected against fungal infections. This might one day help human medicine too
As the threat of antibiotic-resistant microbes grows, so does our need for new and effective treatments. Could the defensins of these beasts hold the answers to help create a new wave of life-saving therapeutics?
Aussie scientists make electricity out of thin air
Aussie scientists have discovered a hydrogen-munching enzyme that turns air into clean energy and it could leave batteries for dead.
Researchers on the trail of deadly micro jellyfish
Scientists at Queensland's James Cook University have uncovered more clues towards solving the mystery of where juvenile Irukandji jellyfish live.
Scientists develop new vaccine for encephalitis in pigs
Scientists have developed a new Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine for pigs to help stop the spread of this mosquito-borne disease.
Lab leads nanoscopic hunt for plastic in human bodies
Aussie scientists are hard at work trying to determine if the world's plastic pollution crisis extends to the innermost reaches of the human body.
Australia’s tech cloud keeps expanding
Amazon is the latest international tech company to launch a new cloud data region in Australia and experts say it won't be the last.
New way to rid water of toxic chemicals
University of Queensland researchers have worked out how to harness the power of magnets to strip toxic PFAS chemicals from contaminated water.
World lags on removing carbon emissions
The world isn't doing enough to scale up the extraction of CO2 from the atmosphere and buy more time to slash emissions, a landmark report warns.
Coral Sea cyclones more powerful: study
A new study by researchers in Queensland found tropical cyclones are becoming more powerful and are not necessarily decreasing in frequency in the Coral Sea.
Study questions funnel-web aggression
A researcher from James Cook University has exposed the secret lives of Australia's deadly funnel-webs.
Aussies play key role in new space mission
Australian experts will have a key role in commissioning a new satellite that will change what scientists know about pretty much all water on the planet.
Aussie science kicks winner on penalties
University of Queensland scientists have developed a model that gives soccer players their best chance of kicking a penalty goal.
What to look for in the Queensland night sky in 2023
If you're an amateur astronomer living in Queensland, there are many exciting things to look out for in the night sky in 2023. Here are a few highlights to add to your observing calendar...
Satellite radar sensors to help map floods
Using satellites with radar imaging sensors to see through clouds can more quickly and accurately map floods, keeping communities safer, a new study shows.
Amazon Aussie exec reveals drone plans
Tech giant Amazon has revealed plans to deliver millions of packages by drone by 2030 using an aircraft one executive says would also suit Australia.