Research & Science

Girl drinking a soft drink. | Newsreel

Data shows sugar tax halves sweet drink purchases

A study of United States cities which have introduced a tax on sugary drinks has shown up to a 50 percent reduction in purchases. Researchers at the University of
Read more 23 October 2024
Traffic accident scene. | Newsreel

New sponge bandage targets fatal haemorrhaging

A spongelike bandage has been developed to help prevent fatal haemorrhaging and infection following an accident. University of Central Florida Assistant Professor Kausik
Read more 23 October 2024
Dr Janet Schloss at the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine.

Trial will test natural treatment for painful condition

A new research trial will explore the ability of a herb-based natural treatment to relieve urinary tract infections (UTIs). Southern Cross University’s National Centre
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Associate Professor Miguel Renteria QIMR Berghofer. | Newsreel

Brisbane study reveals genetic links to brain disorders

Brisbane researchers have revealed genetic links to brain conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, in the world’s largest study of brain volume. QIMR Berghofer
Read more 22 October 2024
Elderly women laughing. Newsreel

Social happiness a factor in dementia risk

A person’s social environment is increasingly becoming a risk factor in the battle against dementia. A study from the UNSW Business School has found that as the
Read more 22 October 2024
Bullet proof vest. | Newsreel

Nanofibre research tackling Top End problems

Researchers in the Northern Territory are hoping nanofibres can ease the burden of police working in oppressive heat and help provide clean water to people living in
Read more 21 October 2024
Robot hand. | Newsreel

New technology paves the way for a ‘robodoctor’

A soft robot has been developed which can perform routine medical examinations, including taking a patient’s pulse and checking for abnormal lumps. Researchers at
Read more 21 October 2024
Kirigami example. | Newsreel

Future technology channels ancient paper art

An ancient Japanese form of paper art could hold the key to the future reliability of our wireless networks. Researchers in North America believe kirigami, the ancient
Read more 21 October 2024
Woman with hair blowing in breeze. | Newsreel

Coral bleaching answer is blowin’ in the wind

Just as we mortals crave a cooling breeze during a hot summer, so does our iconic Great Barrier Reef. Scientists from Melbourne’s Monash University have found that the
Read more 21 October 2024
Person having heart attack. | Newsreel

Blood test can confirm heart attack in minutes

A new blood test has been developed which can detect a heart attack within minutes, instead of hours. Researchers at John Hopkins University said the new test could
Read more 20 October 2024