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Alcohol memories turn women off drinking

Women are less likely to drink excess alcohol if they are reminded in advance of a previous drinking experience. Research led by the University of Portsmouth found that

Museum collections to predict climate change impact

A North Queensland university will use museum collections to predict how climate change will impact the world’s future food security. James Cook University Associate

Shoppers not sold on facial recognition for purchases

It may be okay to unlock your phone, but Aussies are more reluctant to use facial recognition to purchase products. As the use of Facial Recognition Payment Technology

Partnership a pathway to tech careers

A Brisbane-based global tech company which provides operational services to QUT, has extended its relationship through a new education partnership. TechnologyOne has a

Child watching content on a computer. | Newsreel

Algorithms hinder children’s access to Aussie content

Australian children are being restricted from accessing local content, with algorithms dictating their online viewing habits. New research from RMIT University has found

Team to measure crop residue emissions

Australian grain growers will be better able to report on their carbon footprint through a new multi-million dollar study. QUT Professor David Rowlings is leading the $8

‘Ghost colleges’ closed in VET crackdown

More than 150 “ghost colleges” have been closed as the government cracks down on dodgy training providers. Federal Minister for Skills and Training Andrew Giles said

DNA air capture trial in conservation project

Brisbane researchers have trialled capturing DNA from the air in an attempt to save an endangered Queensland marsupial. A team from QUT’s School of Biology and

Australia’s childcare ‘deserts’ mapped

Almost a quarter of Australians live in childcare ‘deserts’ with limited access to care and early education for their young children. An international study,

New smart clothing harvests body energy

A new generation of smart clothing has been developed that harvests energy and monitors the body without the need for batteries or external power. The fabric, developed

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