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Higher gambling spend linked to increased crime

An Australian study has found the more people spend on gambling the higher the general crime rate. Lead author Professor Donald Weatherburn, from the National Drug and

Researchers find calls for a cull a load of croc

It would cost almost $90m and drive the species back to being critically endangered, for a crocodile culling program to have any impact on the number of fatal attacks in

Alcohol memories turn women off drinking

Women are less likely to drink excess alcohol if they are reminded in advance of a previous drinking experience. Research led by the University of Portsmouth found that

Museum collections to predict climate change impact

A North Queensland university will use museum collections to predict how climate change will impact the world’s future food security. James Cook University Associate

Shoppers not sold on facial recognition for purchases

It may be okay to unlock your phone, but Aussies are more reluctant to use facial recognition to purchase products. As the use of Facial Recognition Payment Technology

Algorithms hinder children’s access to Aussie content

Australian children are being restricted from accessing local content, with algorithms dictating their online viewing habits. New research from RMIT University has found

Team to measure crop residue emissions

Australian grain growers will be better able to report on their carbon footprint through a new multi-million dollar study. QUT Professor David Rowlings is leading the $8

DNA air capture trial in conservation project

Brisbane researchers have trialled capturing DNA from the air in an attempt to save an endangered Queensland marsupial. A team from QUT’s School of Biology and

New smart clothing harvests body energy

A new generation of smart clothing has been developed that harvests energy and monitors the body without the need for batteries or external power. The fabric, developed

Home ownership goal losing its appeal

Almost half of Australia’s young adults no longer list home ownership as a major life goal. New research from Macquarie University found young adults were delaying, or

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