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AI is boosting scientific careers but shrinking studies

AI is boosting scientific careers but shrinking studies

Artificial intelligence could be good for scientists but bad for science as a whole, a study has found, as it narrows the scope of research.

Science funding boost amid 'aggressive' CSIRO job cuts

Science funding boost amid 'aggressive' CSIRO job cuts

Science funding boost amid 'aggressive' CSIRO job cuts

Science funding boost amid 'aggressive' CSIRO job cuts

The national science agency that invented wi-fi has received a substantial budget commitment but the union representing its workers says the sum is not enough.

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

Next-generation solar technology inches closer to roofs

More efficient solar cells are getting closer to commercial launch thanks to a breakthrough involving a new design and more durable chemicals.

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Making Mars: Aussie research turns red dirt into metal

Making Mars: Aussie research turns red dirt into metal

A breakthrough to help with establishing a human colony on Mars could be hidden in its iron-rich red surface, Australian researchers say.

The universe's biggest mystery comes to rural Australia

The universe's biggest mystery comes to rural Australia

A team of emerging scientists will complete a lap of rural Australia, teaching country kids about everything from dark matter to quantum computing - and aliens.

Regional students to capture the sun in science program

Regional students to capture the sun in science program

Regional students will be challenged to experiment with renewable energy science kits in a bid to encourage them to consider roles in the energy transition.

Scientists turn to AI to crack the green ammonia riddle

Scientists turn to AI to crack the green ammonia riddle

Faced with testing 8000 substances to work out how to cut pollution from a key agricultural product, Aussie scientists turned to artificial intelligence.

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Indigenous-led plan sets example in caring for Country

Indigenous-led plan sets example in caring for Country

Indigenous-led plan sets example in caring for Country

Indigenous-led plan sets example in caring for Country

The first Indigenous-led research strategy for Kakadu National Park is hoped to set a new standard for collaboration between Traditional Owners and scientists.

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Ove Hoegh-Guldberg never wanted to be proven right about the fate of coral reefs under a warming climate and is now being honoured for his discoveries.

Strawberry shields forever: bioplastic cuts fruit waste

Strawberry shields forever: bioplastic cuts fruit waste

Strawberry shields forever: bioplastic cuts fruit waste

Strawberry shields forever: bioplastic cuts fruit waste

Unique packaging material created using bacteria and sawdust could reduce disposable plastic and keep strawberries safe during transport.

Space mushrooms: Aussie research will test flying fungi

Space mushrooms: Aussie research will test flying fungi

Space mushrooms: Aussie research will test flying fungi

Space mushrooms: Aussie research will test flying fungi

A world-first experiment led by Australians will put mushrooms in space for the first time and determine if they can be a tasty addition to astronauts' diet.

Dinosaur secret unearthed after hiding in plain sight

Dinosaur secret unearthed after hiding in plain sight

Dinosaur secret unearthed after hiding in plain sight

Dinosaur secret unearthed after hiding in plain sight

A boulder donated by a mine has been kept at a school for decades before researchers discovered it featured a remarkable collection of dinosaur footprints.

Promising research in taking 'forever' out of chemicals

Promising research in taking 'forever' out of chemicals

Promising research in taking 'forever' out of chemicals

Promising research in taking 'forever' out of chemicals

Research into ways of destroying so-called "forever chemicals" has found one method shows promise in turning the concerning substances into something safer.

Sharing the joy of science inspires an interesting life

Sharing the joy of science inspires an interesting life

Sharing the joy of science inspires an interesting life

Sharing the joy of science inspires an interesting life

From posting boxes of books off to remote classrooms to writing his own, a love of science is at the heart of everything social entrepreneur Corey Tutt does.

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Rapid melting of 'sleeping giant' Antarctic glacier

Australia's icebreaker will soon depart on its maiden dedicated scientific voyage to study one of the largest glaciers in Antarctica.

Australia at the 'bottom of the class' on research

Australian businesses and governments are investing too little in vital research projects, a discussion paper has revealed.

Hive mind: vital survey to map the buzz on deadly mite

A national survey will map the impact of a deadly mite to safeguard Australia's honey bee population and the many growers that rely on pollination.

Indigenous scientist named Young Australian of the Year

Katrina Wruck's work has led her to create the world's first reusable laundry system, helping providing health outcomes for Indigenous communities.

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Kiwis go for growth to lift economy out of the doldrums

Foreign investors will be wooed by New Zealand to help lift the nation's economy out of the lurch as the government seeks to put the woes of 2024 behind it.

Australians trust scientists regardless of politics

In Western countries people with right-wing views tend to trust scientists less, but that doesn't seem to be the case in Australia.

Evolving world water cycle threatens Australia, Pacific

Floods and droughts are among the deadliest threats, scientists warn in a report calling for better preparedness as climate change alters the world water cycle.

Fire and ice: scientists unlocking Antarctica's secrets

Air bubbles trapped in layers of ancient ice in Antarctica are being studied by scientists to better understand the impact of spikes in methane and carbon.

From a lab to the streets: digital twin maps our future

A tool created in CSIRO's "mixed reality" lab has been launched into the real world as Australia's latest tech startup, with seed funding to go global.

Thousands of PFAS chemicals unmonitored, research finds

There is an urgent need to identify levels of "forever chemicals", according to scientists who found concentrations of one could double in the environment.

Australians urged not to walk but to work on the moon

Australian astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg is urging local researchers to look to space for answers to some of earth's biggest challenges.

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