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Survey: How do you interact with your cat?
Animal behaviour researchers want to hear from people who own a cat to learn more about our feline friends and how we interact with them.
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Snakes need to stretch, scientists say
Minimum enclosure sizes for snakes in captivity should enable them to stretch out fully, say animal welfare experts.
Slowing the sugar rush to yield better grapes
Scientists have found a solution to manage the accelerated rate at which grapes ripen in warmer climates, which can result in poor colour and aroma development.
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Chemistry researchers target cleaner future for heavy industry
Researchers from the School of Physical Sciences are involved in the new Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre.
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First detection of a collision between a neutron star and a black hole
Scientists detected the death spiral and merger of the two of the most extreme objects in the Universe, a neutron star and a black hole.
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New findings to boost barley yields at higher temps
Researchers identify a novel mechanism in barley plants which could help crop growers achieve high yields as temperatures rise.
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What makes vets feel good at work?
Researchers investigate the positive side of veterinary work and what brings vets pleasure in their job.
Scientists seek Pomeranian dogs to participate in new gene study
Researchers are seeking Pomeranian and PomX dogs for a free and simple mouth swab to identify how widespread a defective gene is in the breed's Australian population.
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Coronaviruses have been hijacking human genes for 20,000 years
Humans have been exposed to coronaviruses for more than 20,000 years, according to new University of Adelaide research.
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New standards to assist conservation and decision-making
University of Adelaide and TERN researchers have partnered with the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) to standardise both environmental monitoring and data systems for improved decision-making.
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