Sciences & Technology
Opinion
What the global decline of greyhound racing means for all dogs
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
Research
Saving the giants of the Australian forest
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
Research
We’re twisting light to move more data
New technology that creates ‘light twisters’ using ultra-thin materials could shape the future of optical communications
Research
One in three Australian e-scooter fatalities are children
A new study based on media reports finds young Australian e-scooter riders are much more likely than adults to die in crashes on our roads
Under the Microscope
From backyard garden to global agriculture
Agricultural scientist Dr Xia (Emma) Liang has travelled to Laos to work with local farmers and researchers on reducing nitrogen pollution from crops
Research
Neutrinos are the Sun’s secret messengers
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
Research
The hitchhikers aphids carry within could make them a major biosecurity risk for Australia
New research into some of Australia’s most significant aphid pests is investigating their genetic resistance and microbes to develop sustainable pest control
Research
By learning to harness light like nature, we’re launching a new era of green chemistry
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
Analysis
Could Australia avoid egg shortages with better biosecurity?
From avian flu to fire ants – Australia needs to work smarter when battling increasing biosecurity threats