Web apps to robodogs: UniSC students use voice commands to herd sheep
22 JulUniSC students have taught robodogs to respond to voice commands, giving farmers a new way to help herd sheep while staying in control.
Are our cars spying on us? A cybersecurity expert explains how to stay safe
Australia’s spy agency issued a stark warning to politicians and public servants last week, do not discuss sensitive or classified information in vehicles.
Kids decide on future in science by age 11: research
16 JulAustralia risks losing students from science and technology careers by age 11, amid a growing gap between national policies and actual school experiences.
How spider venoms could stop deadly varroa mites: new UniSC-led research
2 JulScientists have discovered biodegradable compounds in spider venom that could revolutionise the fight against the bee-killing varroa mite.
UniSC students gain access to world-leading AI and engineering software through Siemens partnership
30 JunUniSC students are gaining access to the same AI-powered engineering software used by NASA, Oracle Red Bull Racing and other global innovators through a partnership with Siemens that could help shape Queensland’s next generation of tech and manufacturing leaders.
It’s in the blood – Professor Lin Fung’s career as a blood banker and laboratory science lecturer
24 JunWitnessing the HIV crisis firsthand shaped Professor Lin Fung’s extraordinary career – one that now spans life-changing blood research, global leadership and inspiring the next generation of medical scientists.
Australia has already spent over $100 million dealing with Varroa mite. Here’s what we can do next
22 JunAfter costing Australia more than $100 million and threatening the bees behind a third of our food production, the Varroa mite crisis is entering a new phase – and researchers believe a breakthrough technology could help turn the tide.
AI at the World Cup: smarter tactics, healthy players, safer crowds – but new risks
5 JunThis year's FIFA World Cup promises to be the most technologically advanced, and artificial intelligence (AI) in particular will touch almost all aspects of the tournament.
David's breakthrough moment – discovering his love of science
4 JunFrom the infantry to the lab, one discovery – knowing something no one else did – ignited David Heyne’s interest for science.
Ebola outbreak escalates: UniSC experts available
20 MayA less-studied Ebola strain (Bundibugyo) is causing an unusually large outbreak without a targeted vaccine, highlighting the urgent need for a coordinated, community-led global response to strengthen infection control and limit spread.
From cruise to quarantine: is Australia at risk of hantavirus?
14 MayAustralians travelling overseas or working in frontline healthcare have been urged to wear P2 (also known as N95) face respirators if they are concerned about the risk of hantavirus infection.
Koala vaccine offers clues to solving human health challenge
28 AprA vaccine first developed to protect koalas from a devastating disease is now offering rare insights that could help accelerate human vaccine development for one of the world’s most common sexually transmitted infections.
Bee glue to take sting out of skin scars
15 AprA natural compound made by Australian bees to seal their hives may help stop scarring in human skin after surgery, injury and burns, according to University of the Sunshine Coast researchers.
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