Why is Wave Rock shaped like a wave?
It's all about erosion—but not as we know it.
Earth Sciences
Jan 22, 2021
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Solving the great Australian poop problem
Cattle farmers deal with a lot of persistent crap—literally. And the humble dung beetle might just be the answer they've been looking for.
Plants & Animals
Jan 22, 2021
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Life on an airless Earth
In hidden pockets around the world, tiny creatures consume toxins and wait for their day to again rule the Earth.
Earth Sciences
Nov 30, 2020
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Native frogs had hard year, faced fires and harsh ecology
The 2019/20 Australian bushfires killed over 1 billion animals. Our frog species used their secret super powers to survive, but they still face extinction.
Plants & Animals
Nov 6, 2020
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How ancient DNA is uncovering the mysteries of Australian biodiversity
If TV has taught us anything, it's that DNA can solve crimes. But can it shed a light on prehistory?
Archaeology
Nov 3, 2020
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The plastic myth and the misunderstood triangle
Of all the plastic we've ever produced, only 9% has been recycled. So what happened to all that plastic you've put in the recycling bin over the years?
Environment
Oct 22, 2020
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Turning the phage on infectious diseases
Not all viruses infect humans and cause pandemics. In fact, some viruses can help us out—by infecting bacteria.
Cell & Microbiology
Sep 17, 2020
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Crater investigators explore Mars from afar
What can impacts from space teach us about the red planet?
Space Exploration
Aug 6, 2020
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The varnishing point: Where science meets art
In 2014, the art conservation world was thrown into chaos when the company producing MS2A varnish shut down. No one else had the technical knowledge to continue making the go-to varnish for art conservators worldwide.
Materials Science
Jul 30, 2020
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Robot vs alien: The freshwater fish saga
How do you get rid of an invasive fish that is taking over waterways across the globe? With robot predators designed to scare them, of course!
Plants & Animals
Jul 2, 2020
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