
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.
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.