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In a recent study published in Science Advances, researchers analyzed over 1,200 languages to investigate the theory that languages spoken by non-native speakers tend to have simpler grammar.…

Newly published research in the journal Oral Tradition reveals that memories of a volcanic eruption in Fiji 2,500 years ago were preserved in oral traditions. These stories, which were passed down through generations, were not mere fantasies but served as a practical means of local risk management.…

Stem cells are a unique type of cell in the human body that have the ability to develop into any other type of cell. They hold great potential for medical applications, and researchers are currently conducting trials to use stem cells to replace damaged cells in diseases such as Parkinson’s.…

The app market is flooded with thousands of mental health apps that claim to offer various services such as meditation, mood tracking, and counseling. However, many of these apps have not been rigorously tested or verified for their effectiveness.…

The Tasmanian devil and the spotted-tailed quoll are well-known meat-eating marsupials, but Australia is home to many other carnivorous and insectivorous pouch mammals. Some of these marsupials are as small as a mouse or even smaller.…

The tech industry’s attitude towards regulation is changing as the importance of laws in the AI era becomes evident. Ed Husic, Australia’s federal minister responsible for tech policy, is leading a review of Australian law to determine how it should adapt for the AI era.…

Advances in medical technology are paving the way for the use of cells, rather than pills, in detecting, preventing, and treating diseases. This field of medicine, known as cellular or cell therapy, is already being used in certain clinical situations such as faecal microbial transplants for severe gastrointestinal infections and bone marrow transplants for blood cancer.…

In a recent study published in the journal Tectonophysics, my colleague Tony Yeates and I have explored what we believe to be the largest impact structure in the world.…

Millions of individuals worldwide are queuing up to participate in a new online identity verification system and receive “free” cryptocurrency by staring into a silver sphere the size of a bowling ball.…

The hours following a fireball sighting are akin to a detective mystery. Last night, residents of Melbourne took to social media to report sightings of a bright light moving slowly across the sky.…

Chronic pain is a prevalent issue in Australia, driving many individuals to seek medical care. However, most chronic pain conditions are incurable and require education, exercise, and other interventions for management.…

A recent report by a special Senate committee has shed light on the issue of foreign interference through social media platforms. The report reveals that not only Chinese-owned platforms like WeChat and TikTok, but also US-based platforms such as X (formerly known as Twitter), Meta, LinkedIn, and YouTube have been targeted by foreign interference campaigns.…

A recent study conducted by an international team of researchers has identified the “sweetness gene” responsible for low levels of bitter alkaloids in lupin beans. Lupins, a legume that has been consumed in various regions for thousands of years, are known for their high protein and fiber content, low carbohydrate levels, and low glycemic index.…

Asteroids are remnants of the formation of our Solar System and there are approximately half a billion asteroids larger than four meters in diameter orbiting the Sun.…

The exchange of intimate images and videos, also known as sexting, is becoming increasingly common in sexual relationships, especially among teenagers and young adults. Studies have shown that about one in five teenagers in the United States have sent or received nudes online, and similar rates have been reported in Australia.…

In 1977, two robotic spacecraft, Voyager 1 and Voyager 2, embarked on a journey through space. After nearly 46 years of exploration, Voyager 2 has recently lost contact with Earth.…

For thousands of years, humans have trained domestic animals to assist with various tasks. But can we also train wild animals to aid in conservation efforts?…

Researchers often consider the timing and publication of their findings, but many research projects remain unpublished for decades or even centuries. This is the case with a detailed atlas of the Tasmanian tiger or thylacine brain, which was processed over 140 years ago and is now being published in the journal PNAS.…