As cryptocurrencies take hold, NZ must address the climate impacts of their colossal energy...
Since its debut in 2009, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have seen explosive growth and some dramatic downturns.
Researchers investigate garlic’s hidden powers
Garlic has traditionally been used to ward off evil spirits, but its reputed powers do not stop it from being infected by multiple viruses.
Welcoming back international students while reducing emissions
The sector is working together to respond to the climate crisis and the need for urgent action, University of Canterbury’s Assistant Vice-Chancellor Engagement Brett Berquist says.
Long lost ‘bum-breathing’ turtle makes its return
A revolutionary new DNA detection method has helped rediscover an iconic species of turtle last seen more than 25 years ago in a northern Queensland river.
UM develops bacteria-mimetic nanomedicine to enhance cancer therapies
A research group led by Wang Ruibing, associate professor in the Institute of Chinese Medical Science, University of Macau (UM), has developed a bacteria-mimetic supramolecular nanomedicine by immune cells in vivo...
NSW gives an $8 million boost to Tech Central
The NSW Government has launched an $8 million fund to help drive research and commercialisation activity in the Tech Central precinct centred on Sydney’s Central Station and including UTS and the University of Sydney.
Covid-19 couldn’t curb enthusiasm for sustainability
The Pūrongo Toitū te Taiao | 2021 UC Sustainability Report, released this week, shows that 574 students were members of UC’s Eco Volunteer programme in 2021, many of them enlisting to help deliver...
Cell biology discovery opens doors for brain disease research
Scientists have discovered how and why some genetic mutations can contribute to the cause of diseases like autism and brain malformations.
Maternal microbiome promotes healthy development of the baby
Researchers studying mice have found the first evidence of how a mother’s gut microbes can help in the development of the placenta, and the healthy growth of the baby.
ACT NAIDOC Scholar of the Year a UC academic
University of Canberra Associate Professor in Education Ben Wilson has been named Scholar of the Year at the 2022 Canberra and District NAIDOC Awards for his work connected to Indigenous education.
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