Coral restoration and adaptation benefits challenged
University of Melbourne and James Cook University researchers have called for an urgent rethink of the merits of coral reef restoration and adaptation, questioning whether the practice can meaningfully improve reef health.
Brilliant ANU scientists take out Eureka prizes
The brains behind a book aimed at inspiring children with a gravity-defying emu and the team helping to save endangered languages are among the winners of Australia's top science awards - the Eureka Prizes.
It’s now up to Paris to keep the Olympic spirit burning
London and Beijing have shown us that keeping an Olympic Games sporting legacy alive post-event does not come without some hurdles.
Otago researchers solve 58-year medical mystery
University of Otago academics have solved a decades-long medical mystery which saw a Dunedin child undergo eight years of unnecessary chemotherapy treatment.
Boring billion no more: research redefines geological history
New research featuring University of Adelaide academics has provided a better understanding of how Earth's tectonic plates evolved over the past 1.8 billion years.
Pasifika-led research finds Samoan medicinal plant as effective as ibuprofen at stopping inflammation
The traditional Samoan medicinal plant matalafi has been found by a group of researchers to be as effective as ibuprofen for treating inflammation.
Blood biomarkers show even one-off brain injuries have effects lasting decades: study
Monash University-led research, believed to be the first of its kind, has used blood tests and MRI scans to show that the effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can last decades.
Major National Award For UofG Semiconductor Laser Spinout
A company established as a spinout from the University of Glasgow has won a significant national award for their semiconductor laser technology.
University of Glasgow leads tribute to influential Scots Poet
The University of Glasgow is spearheading celebrations to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the poet Robert Fergusson's lasting impact on Scottish literature and culture.
Covid modellers win University of Canterbury research medal
Two University of Canterbury mathematicians who helped develop world-leading modelling to guide New Zealand’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic have won a prestigious award.
