A new view of microscopic interactions
MU chemist adds the details of “cold collisions of hot molecules” to existing theories of molecular interactions
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Prestigious honour for Dundee scientist
Professor Geoffrey Gadd has been awarded the 2022 Marjory Stephenson Prize, which recognises his exceptional contribution to the discipline of microbiology.
Caution advised over fish oil in pregnancy
Omega-3 is recommended in pregnancy, but new research suggests care is needed to avoid oxidised fish oil.
How sexuality conflicts are quietly breaking relationships apart
A new study identified a surprising factor that is undermining relationship satisfaction and stability: the inconsistency between a person’s sexual identity or attraction, and whether they are in a same-sex or different-sex relationship.
Sustainable Data Science Training Program awarded $1.65 M from NSERC CREATE
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) announced more than $26 million in funding for 16 new training initiatives through its Collaborative Research and Training Experience (CREATE) program.
Ten “keys to reality” from Nobel laureate Frank Wilczek
To understand ourselves and our place in the universe, “we should have humility but also self-respect,” the physicist writes in a new book.
Microplastics found in naturally occurring slime under Arctic ice cap
Microplastics have been found in some of the most remote and pristine parts of the world, from high atop French mountains to the deep ocean and the creatures that inhabit the marine environment.
Ghost roads in South-East Asia speed nature’s destruction
Unauthorised road building in tropical forests is accelerating habitat destruction. Professor Josh Cinner, with colleagues from James Cook University, found that there were up to six times more actual roads than those recorded in official datasets.
Retiring Psychology professor leaves legacy for family wellbeing
A drive to improve family life has underpinned most of Neville Blampied’s 50-year career in Psychology at the University of Canterbury (UC).
Scientists tackle rusty plant threat
University of Queensland scientists have developed an environmentally friendly RNA-based spray to help combat myrtle rust, which has wiped out many Australian plants.
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