Research & Science

New research could lead to fast-charge phones - Newsreel

Researchers find ‘missing link’ for fast charging

Researchers in the United States believe they have found the “missing link” that will allow batteries to be recharged within minutes. A team at the University of
Read more 28 May 2024
CSIRO moon-like testing centre in Brisbane. | Newsreel

Space innovators set course for Brisbane

Brisbane will host the world’s space innovators at an international conference later this year. The International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and
Read more 28 May 2024
Male birth control pill a step closer - Newsreel

Male birth control pill a step closer

Medical researchers say they have uncovered a “promising option” to create a contraceptive pill for men. A study by the Baylor College of Medicine in Texas,
Read more 27 May 2024
AI headphones hone in on one voice - Newsreel

Headphones find one voice in a noisy room

Have you ever tried to hold a conversation with someone in a really noisy environment? It’s hard. But maybe not for much longer. Researchers at the University of
Read more 27 May 2024
Mental disorders can

Mental health issues ‘transmit’ in social circles

Certain mental health disorders have been found to “transmit” within social networks formed at school. A major study of 700,000 young people in Finland, released
Read more 27 May 2024
Planet that is a lot like Earth _ Newsreel

Earth-like planet excites space scientists

Space scientists have uncovered a new planet with more similarities to Earth than any planet previously identified. Glise 12b is slightly smaller than Earth and is
Read more 27 May 2024
QUT Associate Professor Paige Little

Supporting spines and building futures

By Elissa Lawrence Associate Professor Paige Little has made it her life’s work to help children with spinal deformities. She also champions disadvantaged teens to
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Record player with The Beatles album in background. | Newsreel

Evidence of first-mover advantage comes together

First-mover advantage, a proven concept in the business world, is also a factor in the success of musical artists, according to new research. Data collected from nearly
Read more 24 May 2024
QUT Professor Gene Tyson. | Newsreel

Fellowships no small feat for QUT scientists

Two QUT scientists, who focus on the microscopic to improve human health and explore nano-technology, have been elected Fellows of the Australian Academy of
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Esports are on the rise as an alternative to physical sport.

Esports luring youth into new sport paradigm

Young Australians are embracing esports as a serious alternative to traditional physical sport. This is prompting a new tranche of research to find ways to negate the
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