‘Russian doll’ galaxy reveals the power of black holes
A galaxy found nestled within another galaxy has led astronomers to conclude that black holes are much more powerful than previously believed.
Shark’s eyesight may offer clues to ocean health
If you can get close enough to a shark to test its eyesight, it may help you understand how healthy its environment is.
Tasmanian devils head north to new home
The ailing but iconic Tasmanian devil is about to get a new home, with a giant sanctuary set to open in New South Wales.
Language could help delay Alzheimer’s onset
Speaking two or more languages could help delay symptoms of Alzheimer’s by up to five years, Canadian researchers have found.
Human error caused NASA balloon crash
A crash investigation panel has found 25 human errors that led to the crash of a NASA balloon in Alice Springs.
South Korea plans miniature eco-city in a bridge
Seoul-based firm Planning Korea has unveiled plans to construct an eco-friendly bridge in the capital that can generate its own power. As far as bridges go, this one is pretty impressive.
Have the recent rains affected the drought in Australia?
South East Australia has just experienced its wettest September on record, but the rains have done little to ease the long-term drought conditions.
Warm patch on planet is in the ‘wrong spot’, scientists say
A warm spot discovered on an exoplanet has confused the NASA astronomers who found it, because it wasn’t in the place they expected it.
Desert beetle aids breakthrough in water collection
Inspired by the biological structure of the desert-dwelling Stenocara beetle, University of Sydney researcher Dr Chiara Neto’s groundbreaking water collection technology could soon bring relief to drought-stricken areas.
How leopards got their spots
Leopard spots are more than just a pretty pattern, new research has revealed.
