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A new mini-robot is helping with early diagnosis and treatment of cancer - Newsreel

Mini robot set to revolutionise cancer detection

A tiny robot which can take 3D scans from inside the human body is bringing fresh hope for earlier cancer detection. A University of Leeds research team said they had

Cold water immersion helps to manage stress

A new study has confirmed health benefits, including stress management, from regular dunking in cold water. A team from the University of Ottawa found that cold water

From city to country, students share STEM knowledge

An innovative city-country partnership with students and teachers will form part of the STEM program at some Brisbane Catholic Education schools. Students and staff from

The Australian Government is cracking down on dodgy childcare providers - Newsreel

National crackdown on ‘dodgy’ childcare providers

The Federal Government has announced it will strength regulations governing childhood education and care as part of a crackdown on unscrupulous providers. In a

New study explodes sport success myths

A new study has rejected the notion that sport is a great leveller that gives kids from all backgrounds an equal chance to succeed. Ohio State University research has

Exercise at any age improves brain function

Physical exercise at any age can improve brain function and memory, according to new research. The University of South Australia said findings from 133 systematic

New technology to help combat jellyfish threat

A new piece of technology will help researchers speed up efforts to combat the impact of dangerous jellyfish in North Queensland. The $25,000 bead mill homogeniser has

Coffee-making robot breaks new ground

An AI-powered robot that can make coffee in a busy kitchen is being hailed as the forerunner of a new generation of intelligent machines. A University of Edinburgh team

Queensland state schools score $2.8 billion in federal funds

Queensland schools have scored an extra $2.8 billion in federal funding over the next 10 years. The agreement with the State Government as part of the Better and Fairer

Tree clusters help people to live longer

People who live in areas with clusters of trees have been found to have lower mortality risks. A long-term study conducted in Switzerland has found that neighbourhoods

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