Introducing Two Recently Discovered Tiny Australian Mammal Species
The Tasmanian devil and the spotted-tailed quoll are well-known meat-eating marsupials, but Australia is home to many other carnivorous and…
Should we consider implementing a new law for AI? Absolutely, but let’s prioritize the enforcement of existing laws first.
The tech industry’s attitude towards regulation is changing as the importance of laws in the AI era becomes evident. Ed…
World-First Experiment: Genetically Engineered Bacteria Detect Cancer Cells
Advances in medical technology are paving the way for the use of cells, rather than pills, in detecting, preventing, and…
Deep in southeast Australia, new evidence reveals the presence of the world’s largest known asteroid impact structure.
In a recent study published in the journal Tectonophysics, my colleague Tony Yeates and I have explored what we believe…
Governments remain unimpressed as Worldcoin scans eyeballs to establish a worldwide identification and financial system.
Millions of individuals worldwide are queuing up to participate in a new online identity verification system and receive “free” cryptocurrency…
A mesmerizing fireball unexpectedly lights up Melbourne’s sky, catching astronomers off guard.
The hours following a fireball sighting are akin to a detective mystery. Last night, residents of Melbourne took to social…
Using visual chatbots to alleviate chronic pain: exploring the power of images
Chronic pain is a prevalent issue in Australia, driving many individuals to seek medical care. However, most chronic pain conditions…
Australia’s potential actions against the active threat of foreign interference via social media
A recent report by a special Senate committee has shed light on the issue of foreign interference through social media…
Could this be the future protein plant? Recent study discovers ‘sweetness gene’ enhancing the taste of lupins
A recent study conducted by an international team of researchers has identified the “sweetness gene” responsible for low levels of…
How Many Potentially Dangerous Asteroids Pass by Earth Each Year: Unveiling the Truth about ‘City Killers’ and Half-Giraffes
Asteroids are remnants of the formation of our Solar System and there are approximately half a billion asteroids larger than…
Why is there a gap between the 20% of young people who forwarded nudes claiming to have permission and the actual 8% who gave it?
The exchange of intimate images and videos, also known as sexting, is becoming increasingly common in sexual relationships, especially among…
Voyager 2 Loses Contact with Earth; Only One Antenna Can Help it Reestablish Communication
In 1977, two robotic spacecraft, Voyager 1 and Voyager 2, embarked on a journey through space. After nearly 46 years…
Innovative research reveals the potential to train untamed predators to target unfamiliar alien species
For thousands of years, humans have trained domestic animals to assist with various tasks. But can we also train wild…
Discoveries from a 140-year-old Tassie tiger brain sample that endured two world wars and reached our laboratory
Researchers often consider the timing and publication of their findings, but many research projects remain unpublished for decades or even…
Analyzing Bazball: Examining English cricket’s daring yet precarious shift in strategy through statistics
Test cricket, a leisurely sport that spans several days, has undergone significant changes throughout its 150-year history. From the “bodyline”…
Claims of a Viral Room-Temperature Superconductor Elicit Both Excitement and Skepticism
A group of physicists from South Korea recently made a significant claim regarding the creation of a material that could…
New analysis reveals potential havoc as ancient pathogens are unleashed from melting ice
Science fiction often portrays deadly organisms emerging from melting ice and wreaking havoc on unsuspecting humans. While these tales may…
Can young children easily confuse dog emotions? Research suggests so.
A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Helsinki has explored when children begin to develop the ability…