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Having children slows brain ageing process

Researchers believe having children protects the brain from the effects of ageing. A study of nearly 37,000 adults, by scientists at Rutgers Health and Yale University,

Overseas student numbers back to pre-COVID levels

The number of overseas students enrolled in Australian schools has returned to pre-COVID levels. The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data, released today,

Ultrasonic approach creates improved water-repellent glass

New Australian-developed water-repellent glass technology has the potential to improve vehicle safety and reduce building cleaning costs. Researchers at Perth’s Curtin

Tropical humidity focus of new location-based tool

Australians sweltering through sticky summer nights have a new tool which will help them lower heat stress in their specific suburb. The CSIRO has developed a new portal

New therapy aims to repair nerves of MS patients

A new therapy being trailed in Brisbane has the potential for multiple sclerosis (MS) patients to regain their quality of life. Researchers at Mater Hospital Brisbane

Early warning system to protect beehives

New sensor-based technology has been developed to help commercial bee keepers reduce colony losses due to climate change and disease. A team from the University of

Shape-shifting robots mimic material

Researchers have created a robot collective which mimics material and can change form as needed. An international team from America’s UC Santa Barbara (UCSB) and TU

Splendid record for Aussie jumping spider

Australia is renowned for having some of the world’s deadliest animals, but we also have some of the quickest. Our Splendid peacock spiders, known for their vibrant

Five minutes of exercise can reduce dementia risk

As little as five minutes of exercise per day can help prevent dementia in the elderly, according to a new study. Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of

Volleyball talent set to spike in lead up to Brisbane 2032

A Brisbane northside high school is set to further enhance its reputation as a nursery for future volleyball champions. A new Volleyball Centre for Excellence has opened

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