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Another genetic key to breast cancer identified

The majority of women who have a  family history of breast cancer have no genetic explanation for this predisposition.

There’s no canary in these mines

Australia is a country rich in minerals; there are literally billions of dollars beneath our feet — and we keep stepping on them because we simply don’t have the tools to reach them. Mining…

New treatment for animal cancer

A new software program could help veterinary oncologists target cancer cells more accurately.

The robots are coming!

A team of scientists led by Vijay Kumar has created agile aerial robots that swarm and sense each other.

Uncovering the secrets of the deep ocean

After six years of research and preparation, James Cameron and his crew are ready to take a plunge into the Earth’s final frontier.

Enzyme plays hide and seek

Plasminogen’s unstable behaviour is the key to plasmin generation.

Spider silk: a new superconductor

This super strong, stretchy fibre is capable of much more than just catching flies.

Satellite cameras could be used for facial recognition

Photos from surveillance cameras, YouTube and Facebook could be used for forensic investigatons.

Are computer chips made out of sand?

The small integrated circuits are usually built out of semiconducting materials such as quartz.

Preserving the Magna Carta

There’s a lot of work involved in preserving medieval documents.

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