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Mar 30, 2011

U of A hosts conference looking for solutions to challenges arising from an aging population

Social scientists from almost every continent have come to the University of Alberta this week to develop a plan that will help address some of the pr...
Mar 30, 2011

Robots could help solve the problem of autonomous refuelling

Robots will be used to help solve the problem of autonomous engagement for in-flight refuelling. This new research could pave the way for civil or mil...
Mar 30, 2011

From little things big crops grow: ants and termites boost wheat yields

In an exciting experiment with major implications for food production under climate change, CSIRO and University of Sydney scientists have found allow...
Mar 29, 2011

A window to the sea

A new ocean laboratory on the floor of the Norwegian Sea will provide scientists with real time data. The observatory can give us a better understandi...
Mar 29, 2011

Scientists aim to improve photosynthesis to increase food and fuel production

A University of Southampton scientist is participating in a new £6.11 million transatlantic research project to improve the process of photosynthesis...
Mar 17, 2011

On a screen near you, the history of the world

At the click of a mouse button, scientists can virtually inspect the surface of our planet using widely available mapping software....
Mar 11, 2011

2011 Fulbright scholars dedicated to improving the world

Three University of Sydney graduates and one PhD candidate have been recognised for their work in moral philosophy, international diplomacy, and women...
Mar 10, 2011

Protecting children from second-hand smoke

Children from across Yorkshire are being asked to help test an initiative that could reduce their exposure to second-hand cigarette smoke. Researcher...
Mar 10, 2011

Lawyer, Cancer Researcher and Global Warming Expert USA-Bound

Three graduates of The University of Western Australia are among 26 Australians recognised as Fulbright Scholars in 2011....