Researcher in lab. | Newsreel

Australian scientists disarm molecular cancer trigger

Australian scientists have been able to “switch off” a molecule linked to a range of cancers. Monash University researchers, in Melbourne, said the molecule was one
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Sweet heart. | Newsreel

Science says we are all sweethearts

The heart has “sweet” receptors similar to the tongue, with researchers hopeful the discovery will pave the way for new ways to treat heart failure. A team at Loyola
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3D road markings, Adelaide, Australia.

3D road markings to improve pedestrian safety

New 3D road markings have been installed on Adelaide roads in an attempt to improve pedestrian safety. The new “Dragon Teeth” markings are a result of a partnership
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Solar-powered flow reactor. | Newsreel

New solar-powered reactor converts CO2 into fuel

A reactor has been developed that pulls carbon dioxide from the air and converts it into fuel, using sunlight. Researchers from the University of Cambridge believe their
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CSIRO lead scientist Nina Welti. | Newsreel

Food fingerprint database to support sustainability

A new national database aims to maintain the integrity of Australia’s reputation in producing safe and sustainable food. The CSIRO has launched a website that
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Workers installing solar panels. | Newsreel

Recyclable solar cell breakthrough using water

As the first generation of solar cells come to the end of their life and head to landfill, researchers have developed a fully recyclable version. A team at Sweden’s
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Zebrafish. | Newsreel

Mercury-munching fish set to be pollution busters

Australian scientists have genetically engineered fish and flies which can break down one the most dangerous forms of mercury pollution. The team from Sydney’s
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Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia. | Newsreel

Predictive tool joins battle to save Great Barrier Reef

A real-time monitoring system has been developed with the goal of stalling the decline of the Great Barrier Reef. A University of South Australia (UniSA)-led project has
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Earth inner core. | Newsreel

Earth’s inner core not on solid ground

Earth’s “solid” inner core seems to be changing its structure, according to scientists in the United States. A study by the University of Southern
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Overweight woman and doctor. | Newsreel

10-year study shows bariatric surgery safe and effective

A 10-year study has shown bariatric surgery is effective in lowering a person’s weight by up to 34 percent and reducing the need for diabetes medications. A Monash
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