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Deakin University experts are developing a pocket-sized psychologist.
Glass joins 3D-printing palette
3D-printing has already changed the face of manufacturing, and a new development will only add to the range of the exciting technique.
Cell fight makes on-screen debut
Australian researchers have for the first time caught a snapshot of immune cells working to defeat infection.
Defence tech arm reveals spy-stopping device
Scientists from Australia’s Defence Science and Technology Group have showcased a unique computer security device that provides protection against cyber intrusion.
Studies line kids up for disappearing jobs
A new study says that 60 per cent of Australian students are studying for jobs that will not exists, or be very different, in 15 years’ time.
Turnbull tries to explain away huge NBN bill
Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull has been forced to defend a massive cost blow-out on the National Broadband Network.
Self-directed STEM boost studied
A study on self-directed learning in STEM subjects suggests students can get a boost by going it alone.
TPG gets regulator's blessing
The ACCC will not oppose TPG’s plan to buy iiNet, allowing two of the five broadband providers in Australia to become one.
Big new dish to bring better space talk
A giant crane is placing an enormous saucer-shaped dish on its base at Canberra's Deep Space Communication Complex today.
Plastic ear pinpoints sound for AI
A simple device could bring robots and artificial intelligence closer to natural human abilities.
Expert says light-speed travel just needs power
Astrophysicist Professor Geraint Lewis says light speed space travel between galaxies may actually be possible.
Prisons push for no-fly to stop rising drone drops
Prisons around the country want the airspace above them to be declared a ‘no fly zone’ in order to stop people using drones to drops contraband over the fence.
Rural satellite services to take off soon
The roll-out of NBN’s rural high speed satellite services will begin on 1 October 2015, the federal government says.
Senator seeks public shame for big tax dodgers
The first report from a Senate inquiry into multinational tax avoidance is expected to be tabled today, while investigators say companies are funnelling more than AU$30 billion to Singapore every year to avoid tax.
Steel-melting diamond laser fired
Australian researchers have demonstrated a new diamond laser that is 20 times more powerful than previous diamond lasers.
CSIRO's date with NICTA set back again
Authorities are still working out how to merge CSIRO and NICTA, leaving 200 employees with no certain future in the meantime.
High-tech rocketeers give hypersonic report
Australian scientists have reported back from the latest trial of the joint Australia-US Hypersonic International Flight Research Experimentation (HIFiRE) Program.
WikiLeaks warns would-be whistlers
WikiLeaks has warned Federal Government whistleblowers to watch out, following the prosecution of a junior public servant alleged to have posted secret information online.
Robo-lessons ease path to human lives
A world in which humans share their homes and workplaces with robots is coming, and local researchers are looking to smooth the transition.
Advanced scanner gives edge on cancer
A high-tech rig containing 46 cameras is Queensland’s newest weapon in the fight against skin cancer.
Copper could fuel future after CO2 breakthrough
Research engineers have developed a new material that could capture greenhouse gas and convert it into fuel.