Genetic research breakthrough to boost barley production
Grain growers are celebrating a recent breakthrough by Murdoch University researchers that will lead to a boost in future barley production.
Biotechnology
Dec 21, 2017
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Conservation call on sawfish nursery
Murdoch University researchers have identified an important nursery for a critically endangered species of sawfish and are calling for conservation efforts to be focused there.
Ecology
Nov 17, 2017
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Dangers of mine waste highlighted in U.N. report
A new United Nations (U.N.) Environment report that calls for international action to make the storage of mine waste more secure, has been lead-edited by a Murdoch University researcher.
Environment
Nov 15, 2017
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Smartphone study highlights a 'digital divide'
A research project into smartphone use across the life span has shone a light on some interesting insights into modern Australian life.
Consumer & Gadgets
Nov 9, 2017
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Saving rare elephants with tourism snaps
A Murdoch University student is investigating whether pictures posted to social media of rare pygmy elephants could help with their management and conservation.
Ecology
Nov 2, 2017
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Why parasite extinction could be a problem for endangered woylies
Murdoch University researchers have identified the woylie parasites most vulnerable to extinction and warned their demise could be bad news for their critically endangered host.
Ecology
Oct 27, 2017
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Could insect larvae help solve rape murder cases?
Murdoch University forensic researchers have made a promising discovery, which could aid investigations into sexually-motivated homicide cases.
Analytical Chemistry
Sep 27, 2017
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Deadly fish pathogen detected in Australia
A dangerous pathogen, which caused devastating losses in the aquaculture industry in the United States, has been detected in wild Australian catfish for the first time.
Ecology
Sep 18, 2017
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Is 'sharenting' on social media the new normal?
Parents are posting photos of their children on social media to build their personal brand and boost their role as influencers, Murdoch University researcher Dr Catherine Archer has warned.
Social Sciences
Sep 13, 2017
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Researchers investigate Australia's relationship with smartphones
Murdoch researchers are playing a leading role in Australia's Biggest Smartphone Survey—the online project for National Science Week.
Consumer & Gadgets
Aug 15, 2017
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