Articles related to "Csiro"Australian marine scientists have DNA 'fingerprinted' thousands of specimens of previously unknown sharks and rays, resulting in over 100 new species being named.
Australia's CSIRO produces a great range of fun science resources for students of all ages including magazines and a weekly email with science projects and information.
Australian researchers are a step closer to turning plants into 'biofactories' producing oils to replace petrochemicals used in manufacturing plastics and other products.
Australian engineers have created a new battery, the Ultrabattery, to power the next generation of hybrid electric vehicles.
Australian scientists are assisting the Sarawak State Government in a visionary Planted Forests Project that will provide income from trees and protect biodiversity.
The risk of your data being copied through untrustworthy connections is the downside of using wifi connections. Australian ICT scientists have solved the problem with TED
Farmers and gardeners are looking at a new 'black magic' to lower greenhouse gas emissions and improve soil quality for crops. The magic ingredient is biochar.
Many organisations are developing biofuels to replace gasoline, but most of them use food crops. Australian scientists have made a biofuel from forest and garden waste.
The Australia Telescope Compact Array at Narrabri is the first millimetre-wave interferometer in the Southern Hemisphere. It celebrated 20 years with an Open Day in 2008.
An international group of ecologists suggests that cities could be 'laboratories' for examining climate change and its effect on the environment.
An Australian-developed car battery, designed to cut greenhouse gas emissions, has been granted $US32.5 million for accelerated development to the commercial stage
The Parkes Radio Telescope celebrates the 40th anniversary of the moon landing on 21 July 1969.
A powerful, energy efficient battery developed in Australia for hybrid cars will cut greenhouse gas emissions when it goes on the market in the North America and Asia.
Heart disease is the greatest cause of death and disability for people over 45. Lifestyle factors play a big role and simple changes in diet and exercise can save lives.
Increased consumption of kangaroo meat around the world has led to a multi-million dollar industry as this Australian icon is recognised as the healthy BBQ alternative.
The latest research on the cardio-protective benefits of omega-3 oils in fatty fish shows that one meal a week may be sufficient to reduce heart failure risk for men.
Australian researchers are investigating silk from bees, ants and other insects in their search for novel light and strong fibres.
Valentine's Day is a time for hearts and roses. Nutritionists say it's also a good time to start caring for your heart by eating 10 cardioprotective superfoods.
This tiny delicate terrestrial orchid is confined to parts of the Australian east coast and is considered rare.
Unlike other fossil fuels, there is a plentiful supply of coal. Using carbon capture and CO2 sequestration could help clean up coal as an energy source.
The Dish retells the true story of the Parkes radio telescope broadcasting images of man walking on the moon to the rest of the world.
Like the footsteps in the snow of an invisible man, feeding black holes are easily seen
The Atkins Diet is one of the most popular weight loss diets in the world. A new study shows that compared to a low-fat, high carb diet, the Atkins' makes people unhappy.
Recently a major issue in the Australian wine industry has erupted around the identity of a grape variety previously thought to be Albarino.
Beetle pests are difficult to poison without damaging other insects, and Biological Control can lead to unexpected problems.
A study by a non-partisan environment group The Climate Institute has stated the cause of the 2009 deadly bushfires in Victoria, Australia were due to climate change.
This small rainforest tree is confined to a small area of eastern Australia. It is considered rare and contains chemicals with potential for pesticide development.
Nitrogen trifluoride (NF3) and sulfuryl fluoride (SO2F2), powerful greenhouse gases used in industrial processes, have been shown to be growing quickly in the atmosphere.
Food products made from Australian 'superfruits', Kakadu plums, Illawarra plums and bush tomatoes are being marketed in the US by an Australian food producer.
Research suggests the Australian drought is not caused by climate change. Households are burdened by water shortages but water is diverted towards wrong agriculture.
Food safety starts with buying foods low in bacteria. Good storage practice is keeping the fridge clean, odor-free and checking for correct storage times from food tables
Many thousands of different wine grapes are used around the world. From this diversity arises the enormous range of wines available.
The California strain of Myxomatosis is the most severe form of this highly contagious disease.
Climate change may be affecting the distribution of sharks on Australia's Ningaloo coral reef by causing changes in sea temperature, current patterns and sea levels.
reef sharks at risk from climate change
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reef sharks may suffer from changes caused by global warming
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sharks vulnerable to habitat degradation due to climate change
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sharks tracked by australian acoustic tagging and monitoring system
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conrad speed’s research into ningaloo reef shark populations
The environmental impact of plastic grocery bags is well documented. Ecosilk bags are a practical, stylish and eco-friendly bag option for shopping and everyday use.
Sydney Funnel-Web Spiders are one of the most aggressive and dangerous spiders in the world. This article will review what's currently known about them.
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