Scientists create artificial human retinas
Scientists have succeeded in growing accurate replicas of human retinas that can be used to pinpoint the specific types of cells affected by genetic eye diseases.
When cheating pays – survival strategy of insect uncovered
Researchers have revealed the unique ‘cheating’ strategy a New Zealand insect has developed to avoid being eaten – mimicking a highly toxic species.
Lighting the way to quantum computing
With the ability to solve complex problems at lightning-fast speeds, quantum computers have the potential to revolutionise fields ranging from weather forecasting to drug discovery.
Construction industry gets automated at new Monash University facility
A ground-breaking research initiative to improve the quality and productivity of the construction industry using robotic technology has received more than half a million dollars from the Australian Research Council.
“Futurizing” undergraduate teaching
Associate Professor Michael Short's innovative approach can be seen in the two nuclear science and engineering courses he’s transformed.
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.
Study confirms that speculation taxes are not an effective tool in curbing house prices
As the Ontario housing market enters a potentially volatile phase, new research from the University of Waterloo shows how tax policy has proven ineffective in controlling prices.
As COVID cases rise, rates should stay low
With a surge in coronavirus cases in Victoria and other states, there is a strong reason to keep the official cash rate on hold, according to The Australian National University's Shadow RBA.
Geoffrey Hinton shares 2024 VinFuture Grand Prize for work on deep learning
Geoffrey Hinton, University Professor emeritus of computer science at the University of Toronto and winner of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics, has added another prestigious award to his collection: the 2024 VinFuture Grand Prize.
“Students have always been close to my heart”
With Markus Aebi’s retirement, ETH is losing a great scientist. The microbiologist has also made a name for himself as a teacher and mentor well beyond his own discipline.
