Traffic sounds undermine benefits of nature
Manmade sounds have been found to interfere with the positive impact of being in a natural environment.
Researchers from the University of the West of England said
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Real annual bushfire death toll more than 1.5 million
A global study has revealed the actual death toll from bushfires exceeds 1.5 million each year.
Led by Professor Yuming Guo, from Monash University in Melbourne, the
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Aussie researchers develop natural treatment for obesity
Australian researchers have developed a new obesity treatment that reduces weight without the side-effects of currently popular prescription medicines.
University of
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Tasty focaccia 8000 years in the making
Scientists have revealed that humans have been enjoying multi-flavoured focaccias for more than 8000 years.
European researchers found “fully agricultural
Read more27 November 2024
Self-harm spike shows girls most impacted by lockdowns
COVID lockdowns disproportionately impacted the mental health of girls and young women, according to a new study.
Research from the University of Sydney found there had
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Movie reactions a key to depression diagnosis
Queensland scientists have developed a way to diagnose a severe form of depression by monitoring facial expressions as a patient watches movies.
QIMR Berghofer
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Physical activity leads to a better memory
A new study shows that people who exercise have a better working memory than those who lead a sedentary lifestyle.
Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä reviewed
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Fast-charging Li-S batteries set to take flight
New Australian-developed ultra-fast charging lithium-sulfur batteries promise to be the key to powering long-range electric aircraft.
Monash University engineers have
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High-temp solar thermal tech for heavy industry
Industry-leading solar thermal technology, capable of producing temperatures up to 1200 degrees Celsius, is aiming to transform Australia’s energy-intensive heavy
Read more26 November 2024
Billion-dollar bill to treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure treatment costs Australians more than $1.2 billion a year, with 40 percent paid directly by patients in out-of-pocket costs.
A new study by The
Read more26 November 2024