CANBERRA, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- The Australian National University issued the following news release: * * * ANU discovery could lead to more effective cancer treatment A new discovery made by researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) could lead to smarter, more effective treatments for Hodgkin lymphoma, a common blood cancer. The study found that a specific protein called H2A.B - normally only found in sperm-producing cells in the testis - is hijacked by cancer cells more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 3 -- The Australian Catholic University issued the following news: * * * AI award recognises life-saving impact of research Steering research that contributed to the safety of underground miners has earned Australian Catholic University computational intelligence expert Niusha Shafiabady a 2025 APAC Women in AI award. Associate Professor Shafiabady from ACU's Peter Faber Business School was recognised in the AI in Mining category for her work that found artificial i more PR

DARWIN, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- Charles Darwin University issued the following news: * * * Can regional construction projects achieve zero waste? Study reveals how It is possible to create little to no rubbish from building construction in regional towns, but the chain of responsibility starts at the top with those commissioning a project needing to consider waste reduction from the planning stages. New research by Charles Darwin University (CDU) academics explored the barriers to ado more PR

PERTH, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- Curtin University issued the following news release: * * * 'Life-changing' genetic link offers hope for millions who stutter A global study has identified the DNA markers for stuttering, providing a genetic link that will pave the way for clinicians to predict which family members will experience the speech disorder affecting more than 400 million people worldwide. The new research, published in Nature Genetics, has confirmed the hereditary link after one more PR

GEELONG, Australia, Aug. 3 -- Deakin University issued the following news release: * * * Unlocking the power of biosolids, food scraps and garden clippings for batteries and crops It's no secret that food and garden waste make great compost, but now researchers at Deakin University, Barwon Water and RMIT are working together to explore how it can be used for agriculture and battery production. The project will transform biosolids from wastewater treatment and household wastes into a biochar  more PR

BEDFORD PARK, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- Flinders University issued the following news: * * * Risk of deadly diarrhoeal diseases in children set to worsen Diarrhoea remains one of the most serious health threats to young children in the Global South, and new research shows that climate change is set to worsen the risk substantially. However, improved access to education and targeted health policies could help families protect their children from this deadly disease. Published in the scien more PR

GOLD COAST, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- Griffith University issued the following news: * * * Actual distance travelled by migrating whales drastically underestimated Whales are swimming further than previously estimated - up to 20 per cent more - according to a new study published in Ecology. Co-authored by Griffith University's Dr Olaf Meynecke, the study reveals traditional methods for calculating animal movement may be drastically underestimating the actual distance travelled, particul more PR

TOWNSVILLE, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- James Cook University issued the following news release: * * * Ocean climate solutions outpacing outdated policies Researchers are warning that scientists, funders, and policymakers must act in concert to ensure responsible decision making and deployment of novel ocean-based climate interventions. The rapid emergence of these techniques, including genetic modification of corals, ocean alkalinity enhancement and large-scale seaweed farming, has outstr more PR

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 3 -- Macquarie University issued the following news release: * * * Macquarie researchers shine on Eureka Prize shortlist Researchers from Macquarie University have been named finalists in six categories in the Australian Museum's prestigious Eureka Prizes for Science Excellence. The finalists' work spans a wide range of impact areas, including sustainable marine infrastructure, climate change mitigation, whale conservation, bio-innovation, advanced sensor technology,  more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- The University of Melbourne issued the following news: * * * New online test detects toxoplasmosis without need for blood sample An international research team has developed an easy online test capable of detecting toxoplasmosis infection without a blood sample, opening the door for a better understanding of how the common parasite affects human behaviour. Dr Michele Garagnani from the University of Melbourne, Carlos Alos-Ferrer from Lancaster Univers more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: * * * New remote-sensing system maps Antarctica's unique vegetation in fine detail QUT researchers have developed an advanced remote sensing method for accurately detecting and mapping Antarctica's delicate moss and lichen growth, the mainstays of the continent's fragile ecosystems. * Mosses and lichens are Antarctica's only form of vegetation and are extremely vulnerable to climate ch more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 3 -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: * * * QUT researchers aim to predict car crash injuries in new study A new QUT research project could help predict the severity of trauma and injuries sustained in car crashes - leading to a better understanding of how to improve road safety in Australia. The study is a partnership between Intelematics, iMOVE Cooperative Research Centre, and led by QUT School of Civil and Environmental Engineeri more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 3 -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: * * * QUT researchers secure million-dollar boost to create a more equitable cancer care system Researchers from QUT have secured $984,737.55 through the 2024 MRFF Genomics Health Futures Fund to enhance the uptake of clinical genomics into practice. The project, led by Professor Kim Alexander from the QUT School of Nursing and Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, seeks to enable nurses t more PR

BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 3 -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: * * * QUT robotics leader named a finalist in prestigious national science award Professor Michael Milford, QUT Centre for Robotics Director and Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow, is a finalist in the 2025 Australian Museum Eureka Prize Outstanding Mentor of Researchers category. His selection reinforces his reputation as a robotics researcher and mentor with the ability to change live more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSrpt) -- The University of Melbourne issued the following news: * * * University of Melbourne leading Australia in research excellence The University of Melbourne's new five-year research strategy, Advancing Research 2030: Excellence for Impact, charts a path to deliver continued research excellence and collaboration in an increasingly complex global environment. Vice-Chancellor Professor Emma Johnston AO said: "Australian universities are the backbone of our  more PR

MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 3 (TNSjou) -- The University of Melbourne issued the following news: * * * Climate interventions to save our oceans need stronger governance Climate interventions are accelerating in our oceans, but without responsible governance they could do more harm than good, according to new research. Coral bleaching, rising sea levels and biodiversity loss are no longer distant threats, they are unfolding now with profound consequences for marine ecosystems and the communiti more PR