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Thursday 10 September 2026
190,000-year-old cave reveals how ancient human species lived and adapted
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Science and Technology
Exchange program aids pioneering treatment for cancer
One of the new frontiers in cancer treatment is charged particle therapy which uses protons or heavy ions as opposed to traditional X-rays.
Science and Technology
Soaking up the atmosphere helps batteries ‘breathe’
Imitating the shape and texture of a household sponge could hold the key to harnessing the air we breathe to build more lightweight and powerful batteries.
Science and Technology
New way to control chemical reactions
Scientists have harnessed static electricity to control chemical reactions for the first time, in a breakthrough that could bring cleaner industry and cheaper nanotechnology.
Health and Medicine
New Pre-med course kicks off with two-thirds female cohort
Aspiring paediatricians and neurosurgeons among two-thirds female cohort enrolled in UOW’s new Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health.
Health and Medicine
Boost for gender equity as molecular masters move up the ranks
Women conquer traditionally male dominated field of chemistry.
Environment and Energy
Study finds mangroves could be under water by 2070
Many of the world’s mangrove forests may not survive sea-level rise, a study published in Nature has found.