Science

A tiny Australian satellite is chasing colliding stars and changing the way we think about space telescopes

From the ‘Spring of Deception’ to ‘The Swooping’, understanding the cycles of Australian weather can help us all love Melbourne’s eclectic seasons

On International Dog Day, we’re seeing a fundamental change in how people think about animals. And anyone caring for dogs must understand it comes with profound responsibilities

Mountain ash forests are predicted to lose a quarter of their trees by 2080, releasing over 100 million tonnes of stored carbon into the atmosphere. But there is a way to limit further loss

Agricultural scientist Dr Xia (Emma) Liang has travelled to Laos to work with local farmers and researchers on reducing nitrogen pollution from crops

Once thought undetectable, huge underground experiments are unlocking the nature of ghostly particles called neutrinos, which could be the key to a deeper understanding of what is happening inside the Sun

New research into some of Australia’s most significant aphid pests is investigating their genetic resistance and microbes to develop sustainable pest control

A new type of ‘photocatalyst’ mimics the way plants get energy from the sun, opening an environmentally friendly way to build complex chemicals like pharmaceuticals

From avian flu to fire ants – Australia needs to work smarter when battling increasing biosecurity threats