Research collaboration key to economic recovery

The new focus on science and research and development in the Morrison Government’s manufacturing strategy has been welcomed by Australia’s leading science body.

Industry funded research vs the truth

Medical and scientific research is increasingly funded by commercial companies looking to promote their own agenda, and other scientists, policy makers and the public should remain wary of findings paid for by vested interests.

Help investigate the causes of stuttering

Researchers need 3,000 Australian stutterers for an international study that is searching for the genes in human DNA which may trigger the speech problem.

Nature inspires visionary research

Insects are inspiring University of South Australia researchers to create new technology based on their extraordinary vision.

Fudged research erodes public trust in experts

Lapses in academic integrity by students and researchers remain relatively rare, but they corrode trust in all academic qualifications and publications.

Nurturing talent in developing countries with smarter investments

A new economics study suggests more breakthrough science could be achieved by supporting exceptional talent from developing countries.

Pressing the case for research as a public good

Publicly funded research brings social and economic benefits for all and it’s critical that the global academic community continues to champion this work.

Why industry influence on research agendas must be addressed

Better strategies to ensure the proper independence of research, policy-making and public health solutions are required, as new research confirms the meddling of corporate interests.

Breakthrough in stem cell therapy for cystic fibrosis

The fight against cystic fibrosis has taken a major step forward, with pioneering research by University of Adelaide scientists showing that cells causing the debilitating genetic disorder could be successfully replaced with healthy ones.