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As Melbourne's west grows, poor bus services are forcing residents to rely on cars

Iqbal Hossain wants to use the bus stop outside his house, but infrequent services and a route that goes "round and round" little streets means using his car is four times faster than catching the bus.

ABC News · Sep 10, 2022

This revolutionary new technology pulls clean fuel from the air

A new device creates hydrogen fuel from air by capturing it with a spongy material and sending it through electrodes. It could produce clean fuel anywhere on Earth.

Inverse · Sep 9, 2022

Out of thin air: new solar-powered invention creates hydrogen fuel from the atmosphere

Researchers say their prototype produces hydrogen with greater than 99% purity and works in air as dry as 4% relative humidity

The Guardian - AU · Sep 6, 2022

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Melbourne University's Going Rural Health initiative gives students taste of working in country

A program supporting healthcare students to do their clinical work experience in the regions could be the lure for a career in regional Victoria.

ABC News · Sep 4, 2022

Change at the top for Mental Illness Education ACT

The new CEO has worked for both the University of Melbourne and International Baccalaureate.

The Canberra Times · Sep 1, 2022

Mapping food supply chains, nanotech cancer diagnosis, and tracking bushfire recovery winners at 2022 Eureka Prizes

A microscope slide that can diagnose cancer, mapping how what we eat affects the environment, and a volunteer effort tracking bushfire damage. These were just a few of the scientific projects recognised at the 2022 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes, announced in Sydney.

The Conversation · Aug 31, 2022

Books & films about India's Partition

On the 75th anniversary, scholars share their favorite work that best explains the trauma of a violent division

Salon · Aug 27, 2022

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US firm behind Tasmanian tiger ‘de-extinction’ plan uses influencers to promote research

Promotional content for Colossal Biosciences has been posted on Instagram and TikTok using the hashtag #ColossalPartner

The Guardian - AU · Aug 25, 2022

More than 40% of elite sport coaches we surveyed suffered mental ill-health. They need our support, not stigma

With the recent sudden death of former rugby league coach and player Paul Green, conversations about the mental health of elite coaching staff are paramount.

The Conversation · Aug 19, 2022

Scientists are trying to resurrect the Tasmanian tiger. So when did the last one die and what about all those sightings?

Partners in a new science venture say a living baby Tasmanian tiger might be as little as 10 years away. But before we start seeing them in fenced-off areas of the wilderness, let's take a look at what led to its extinction in the first place.

ABC News · Aug 17, 2022

Mission to bring back Tasmanian tiger takes a star turn with Hemsworths’ investment

Nearly 100 years after its extinction, scientists say thylacines may once live again, after a ‘‘giant leap’’ in a project to resurrect the Tasmanian tiger.

The New Daily · Aug 17, 2022

Tasmanian tiger babies could be a reality 'within 10 years', Melbourne University team says after partnering with US firm Colossal

An Australian team say a new partnership with a US-based tech company has given their hopes of a successful "de-extinction" of thylacines a "giant leap" — and that their goal of seeing a Tasmanian tiger in the wild could happen "within 10 years".

ABC News · Aug 16, 2022

De-extinction: scientists are planning the multimillion-dollar resurrection of the Tasmanian tiger

University of Melbourne partners with US biotech company to plan genetic restoration of the thylacine

The Guardian - AU · Aug 16, 2022

Melbourne university in court over casuals

The Fair Work Ombudsman is taking the University of Melbourne to the Federal Court, alleging it coerced and took adverse action against two casual academics.

AAP · Aug 11, 2022

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Al Jazeera · Jul 19, 2022

Australia report reveals ‘shocking’ decline in environment

The long-awaited 2021 State of the Environment Report finds problems from biodiversity and habitat loss to pollution.

ABC News · Jul 15, 2022

City of Melbourne unleashes herd of goats in Royal Park to revitalise White's skink habitat

The City of Melbourne has unleashed a herd of goats in Royal Park to help revitalise the environment of the White's skink.

ABC News · Jul 13, 2022

Male infertility is more common than we think. Clinton says more men need to talk about it

Research has shown links between quality of sperm and male morbidity and mortality. It's another reason why men should be talking about fertility issues more often.

ABC News · Jul 9, 2022

From high-rise towers to underwater cities of the dead – what is the future of Australian cemeteries?

Australia's annual number of deaths will more than double by 2050, meaning our cities will have to embrace dramatic shifts in the way we deal with the dead.

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The New Daily · Jul 7, 2022

Low iron is a health risk made worse by COVID-19. How to get more without supplements

Getting sufficient iron sounds like simple maths: We want to add enough to our dietary intake to make up for the iron being lost. But it's not that simple.

The Conversation · Jul 3, 2022

Research reveals fire is pushing 88% of Australia's threatened land mammals closer to extinction

About 100 of Australia’s unique land mammals face extinction. Of the many threats contributing to the crisis, certain fire regimes are among the most pervasive.

360info · Jun 26, 2022

Special Report: Climate-smart food

Climate change is taking a tremendous toll on the world’s food systems, leading scientists to rethink how we feed ourselves.

ABC News · Jun 23, 2022

Why is petrol so expensive in Australia? And when will petrol costs go down?

Dreaming of taking a long drive this weekend? Even with the government halving the fuel excise to 22 cents a litre, petrol prices are still high. So what's going on?

The Guardian - AU · Jun 17, 2022

Aboriginal pedestrians dying at a troubling rate in the NT

Families call for change following tragic death of Kumanjayi Napurrula Dixon, discovered when one of her legs was found near the highway

The Conversation · Jun 13, 2022

Online and in-person exams both have problems – that's now clear. Unis have a window of opportunity to do better

The pandemic pushed universities to launch or accelerate plans for delivering examinations online. These forced transitions have often been painful, involving stress and burnout. Exams have been a big pain point.

ABC News · Jun 10, 2022

New confidential helpline 'Stop It Now! Australia' aims to prevent child sexual abuse

From late August, adults who are worried about their sexual thoughts or behaviours involving children will be able to contact 'Stop it Now! Australia', a confidential phone and online service aimed at preventing child sexual abuse.

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