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Australia’s future economy hangs on a resilient science system

Australian Science, Australia’s Future: Science 2035 will help governments and others take a more targeted and informed approach.

Fabricated claims by Indian intellectuals cast a shadow over its scientific achievements

India stands as the third-largest destination for imported research and development and boasts the sixth-largest research and development expenditure globally.

Australia’s lack of investment in R&D costing 42,000 jobs, says Prof. Sharath Sriram

Australia’s spending on R&D as a percentage of GDP has been on the decline for more than a decade to below 2%.

Dr Smriti Murali Krishna becomes first female Hindu Chaplain in Australian army

“I’m getting an opportunity to serve those who serve.”

The Holocene or the Anthropocene – Are we serious about the climate change?

“A committee of roughly two dozen scholars has, by a large majority, voted down a proposal to declare the start of the Anthropocene, a newly created epoch of geologic time.”

New species of Kangaroo Lizard discovered in India

A reduced fifth toe makes these reptiles poor climbers and hence do not climb trees like other lizards.

Australia plans to regulate ‘high-risk’ AI. Here’s how to do that successfully

We have many existing principles, guidelines, and regulations that can be adapted to address concerns about AI tools.

Eggs from men, sperm from women: how stem cell science may change how we reproduce

In vitro gametogenesis begins with “pluripotent stem cells”, a kind of cell that can develop into many different cell types.

Australia should welcome global talent and foster multilateral research collaborations

It’s timely to ask what Australia is really seeking to secure if we are restricting the development of technologies that are critical for our country?

Not investing as much as we should in scientific research, it will have consequences: Nobel Laureate Prof Brian Schmidt

Professor Schmidt also said "Australia understands India" while speaking about why Indian students should come here to study in an exclusive interview.

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Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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