The bitter truth about sugar

New research shows that two thirds of all packaged foods on supermarket shelves contain added sugars and that food manufacturers make it as hard as they can for consumers to identify them.

Tracking emissions from space

CO2-tracking satellites can observe and measure changes in CO2 emissions from a large power plant, allowing us to trace greenhouse gas emissions right back to the source, according to new research from Canada.

Gene genies

More genetic testing to ensure the efficacy of medications in particular patients could increase outcomes and reduce costs in the Australian health system.

Global Access Partners and Nobel Prize Outreach plan Sydney dialogue

The acclaimed Nobel Prize Dialogue is to be held in Australia for the first time, with a virtual pre-event in 2023 and a major public conference in Sydney in 2024.

Consumers feel excluded from Australia’s cyber debate

Recent cyber attacks have heightened awareness of the hazards of insecure digital systems and Australian consumers want to play a more active role in tackling hacking, online deception and malicious bots.

Health on the school menu

An innovative school lunch program serving fresh and tasty meals is being piloted by a South Australian Junior School, in collaboration with Adelaide’s Africola Canteen and researchers at Flinders University.

Rigid rules support flexible work

A new report offers strategies for employers and employees to make the most of flexible working practices based on the views and experiences of 1,553 Australian knowledge workers.

Biking for biscuits

British scientists say food labelling that includes the amount of physical activity required to burn off the calories within would be easier to understand than existing labelling and may be a more effective way to help consumers avoid unhealthy choices.

Fracturing Russia could collapse

Putin’s gamble to eradicate Ukraine and humiliate the west has backfired spectacularly, calling into question the future of Russia itself.

Opening the window

A new report argues that urgent sector and system-wide transformations in power production, industry, transport, infrastructure, food and financial systems could still avert climate disaster.

Eyes on the prize

Solving sustainability problems, protecting healthcare providers from COVID-19, and using technology to train next-gen pilots are among the achievements of award-winning STEM innovators recognised at the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.

Game, set and greenwash

Australian sport is propped up by gambling, junk food and fossil fuel companies looking to peddle their ways or “greenwash” their image.