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First commercial-grade optical fibres fabricated in space
Special glass rods manufactured at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ have been drawn into over 8 km of optical fibre on the International Space Station (ISS).
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Westpac Scholars to fight disease and support veterans
Four ³ÉÈË´óƬ students have been awarded 2024 Westpac Scholarships to help them in their quest to solve major challenges, including fighting superbugs and building more inclusive communities for veterans.
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Excess temperatures cause low flocking concerns
High temperatures during critical periods of the reproductive cycle of sheep result in 2.1 million fewer lambs produced in Australia each year, costing sheep farmers an estimated $97 million annually.
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Future space leaders made here: How the Australian Rover Challenge is sending next generation space explorers to the Moon
University students from around Australia and the world will converge at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ to pit their custom-built lunar rovers against each other in a one-of-a-kind event this 20-24 March, during the University’s 150th anniversary year.
Help make myrtle rust dust
A citizen science campaign aims to find and track myrtle rust in Australia to reduce the impact of the invasive disease in Australia.
Fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries on the horizon
New research shows that the next generation of lithium-sulphur (Li||S) batteries may be capable of being charged in less than five minutes, instead of several hours as is currently the case.
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Fly biocontrol release targets farm snail pests
A biocontrol program has commenced on the South Coast, where Australian-bred parasitoid flies have been released to help control snail pests and protect crop yields, quality and growers’ profitability.
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DNA protecting gene’s crucial role in brain disorders revealed
³ÉÈË´óƬ researchers now know more about a mysterious gene’s role in maintaining healthy DNA – a crucial development that could lead to new treatments for life threatening illnesses including neurodevelopmental disorders, some types of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.
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Chancellor’s leadership acknowledged
In a significant tribute, the ³ÉÈË´óƬ has today, Friday 8 March, International Women’s Day, unveiled a portrait of Chancellor Branson, commemorating her reappointment for a third term and recognising her valued service to the University.
Making wine with a better finish
The Australian Research Council has funded a ³ÉÈË´óƬ project investigating a more efficient method of finishing wines, which could save the Australian wine industry tens of millions of dollars each year.
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