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Who, where, when, why, wasp? New wasps named after biscuits & Doctor Who aliens
Researchers inspired by chocolate biscuits and Doctor Who aliens when choosing names for 10 new species of wasps.
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Underground beetle breathing brainteaser solved
Scientists have uncovered how aquatic beetles breathe in underground water.
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Quantum sensors to make Australia safer
Researchers to work with the Defence Science and Technology Group on four ambitious quantum technology projects.
On top of the world: Sciences research ranks high in ERA results
Science research at the University of Adelaide has reached new heights according to the 2018 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) results released this week.
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Urban biodiversity to lower chronic disease
Replanting urban environments with native flora could be a cost effective way to improve public health.
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Undersold: Climate change threats much greater than reports
A new study has revealed that the language used by the global climate change watchdog, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, is overly conservative.
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How (and why) to stay optimistic when it feels like the environment is falling apart
New research outlines steps to usefully combine optimism with pessimism when talking about environmental conservation.
Australia’s drought could be increasing Q fever risk, but there are ways we can protect ourselves
With several hundred cases diagnosed each year, Australia has one of the highest rates of Q fever worldwide.
Research to clear the air on smoke taint in wine
Researchers are investigating whether smoke from stubble burning has any effect on wine grapes.
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