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Scientists hope completely tasteless product is the solution to Australian diets lacking in fibre

Are you eating enough fibre? The answer, according to one dietitian, is probably not. Thankfully, science is working on a solution.

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How superblocks can free up and improve CBD space for the people of Melbourne – a step-by-step guide

For 185 years, Melbourne’s Hoddle Grid – the ordered layout of CBD streets and blocks designed in 1837 – has dictated the flow of people and vehicles in the city centre. But how well does the grid serve 21st-century needs?

The Conversation

Did Pfizer make a 'scandalous' admission to the European Parliament about its COVID-19 vaccine?

Despite a claim that has gone viral, Pfizer never said that pre-market trials of its COVID-19 vaccine tested for its effect on transmission of the virus.

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Parkinson’s diagnosis in 10 seconds: From the sound of your voice

Melbourne scientists have developed a screening test for Parkinson's disease using patients' voice recordings and an AI algorithm.

The New Daily

Combustible cladding removal costs and uncertainties causing anxiety in building owners

Research by RMIT shows the protracted process for those living in buildings declared dangerous is weighing heavily on people who are dealing with high costs and uncertainties.

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Josh Frydenberg says Australia has achieved a greater reduction in emissions than New Zealand, Canada and the OECD. Is that correct?

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says Australia has achieved a reduction in emissions of 20 per cent on 2005 levels, which he says is greater than New Zealand, Canada and the OECD. RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

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Helen Haines says the current government has gagged debate in parliament more than any government in history. Is that correct?

Independent MP for the seat of Indi, Helen Haines, says the current government has moved to gag debate in parliament more than any government in history. RMIT ABC Fact Check crunches the numbers.

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Cutting through the accusations and acrimony to get to the facts of the second leaders' debate

The second leaders' debate on the Nine Network was full of accusations and acrimony. RMIT ABC Fact Check cuts through the shouting to bring you the facts.

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Australia lags behind New Zealand, Taiwan and Timor-Leste on World Press Freedom Index

Reporters Without Borders describes press freedom in Australia as "fragile", citing a high concentration of media ownership and growing political threats.

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Anthony Albanese says debt and deficit have never been higher. Is that correct?

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese says that debt and deficit in Australia have never been higher. RMIT ABC Fact Check takes a look at the history books.

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Scott Morrison says Australia's emissions record is better than the US, NZ, Canada, Japan and many European countries. Is that correct?

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia has reduced emissions by around 20 per cent, and that this is a better record than the US, NZ, Canada, Japan and many European countries. Is that correct? RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

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Josh Frydenberg let the figures fly during the budget speech. Here's what you need to know to sort the fact from the spin

Budget speeches are prone to flourishes and embellishment, with treasurers attempting to present their government's record in the best light. With figures flying thick and fast, RMIT ABC Fact Check sorts fact from spin.

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Bacteria-Shredding Insect Wings Inspire New Antibacterial Packaging

An Australian-Japanese research team has developed a new antibacterial polymer inspired by insects’ wings for use on food packaging to improve shelf life and reduce waste. The new product was announced in the journal ACS Applied Nano Materials on March 27. Dragonfly and cicada wings are covered by a vast…

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How new LGBTQIA+ terminology guide could mend relationships and inspire people to speak out

Many people struggle to talk openly about their gender and sexual identities, but it is particularly challenging when you don't know the words.

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Turns Out Choosing A Different Alarm Tone Could Stop You Feeling Groggy Every Goddamn Morning

Waking up to get to the office now that COVID-19 restrictions are lifting is rough. If you’re feeling groggy af every morning, your alarm sound might have something to do with it. Research from RMIT has suggested we’ve been waking up all wrong for years and the default alarms on…

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Scientists Create Self-Cleaning Bioplastic Inspired by Lotus

A research team at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) have developed a self-cleaning bioplastic that is eco-friendly and ideal for fresh food and takeaway packaging. The new plastic is inspired by the nature full of ingeniously designed structures that could inspire researchers striving to develop new high-performance and…

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Richard Marles says there are 70,000 fewer apprentices and trainees than there were in 2013. Is that correct?

Deputy Opposition Leader Richard Marles says there are now 70,000 fewer apprentices and trainees than there were when the Coalition came to office in 2013. RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

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Tech & Science Daily: Sound waves help body’s cells ‘regrow’ bone

There are fresh hopes the advances in tissue engineering developed by RMIT University in Melbourne could help repair bone lost to cancer and degenerative diseases.

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