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Coevolution a driving force behind biodiversity on Earth
Coevolution is a driving force behind generating biodiversity on Earth, explaining why there are millions of different species, according to a new…
ANU desalination breakthrough to bolster global water security as planet warms
A simpler and more cost-efficient method for removing salt from seawater using heat, developed by scientists from The Australian National University…
More cases of advanced breast cancer since COVID-19, study shows
An increase in cases of advanced breast cancer has been linked to breast screening service shutdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic, a new study from…
Bigger is better: male proboscis monkeys’ enhanced noses evolved to attract mates
When it comes to the animal kingdom, bigger is better. Well, at least for proboscis monkeys, famously known for their long, large and droopy noses.…
Dr Jilda Andrews is reimagining the future of museums
When Dr Jilda Andrews first stepped into a museum collection storeroom 26 years ago, little did she know the secrets the objects nestled within would…
Aussies want more forward-thinking politics
A new report shows 81 per cent of Australians agree our politicians generally think too short-term when making decisions.
A new tune in the story of human history: what music tells us about the past
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour might be the latest chapter in pop history, but looking back into our musical past could also hold important clues about our…
Life as an Industry PhD candidate: Rosie Georgelin
PhD candidate Rosie Georgelin is working with industry partner Samsara Eco to push boundaries in infinite plastic recycling.
More outback doctors needed for people and planet
It might sound surprising, but responsible healthcare doesn’t necessarily mean treatment in the biggest hospital the state has to offer.
Power to the people: Aussies expect more from their local leaders
About two-thirds of Australians believe local governments should have more power than they currently do, according to a new study from The Australian…
‘Health for all’: recognising breastfeeding as a carbon offset
Country investments in breastfeeding should be considered a carbon offset in global plans for sustainable food, health and economic systems,…
Advertising and social media driving online gambling among young Australians
Gambling features such as loot boxes in video games and sports betting are the most popular forms of online gambling among young adults in the ACT,…
Research shows people’s perceptions can fuel political unrest
People’s feelings about how morally divided a society is in the lead-up to an election can cause them to have extreme reactions if the result doesn’t…
Enabling impact at ANU: Professor Lachlan Blackhall
Professor Lachlan Blackhall has always wanted to build things that change the world.
New method to more accurately spot underground nuclear tests
A more accurate way of identifying underground nuclear tests, including those conducted in secret, has been developed by researchers at The…
ANU invests in national tech policy capability
The Australian National University (ANU) has bolstered its commitment to helping the nation respond to the societal impacts of rapidly evolving…
Australians willing to pay for everyone to access good drinking water
Australian households are willing to pay more than is needed to deliver safe drinking water to every Australian, according to new research from The…