The abrupt downturn in seafood consumption in China is wreaking havoc on the traditional fishers of the Torres Strait and other Australian fishing communities.
Pressure on Australian farmers has never been greater. They're being asked to generate more from less. It's clear a significant step change is needed.
Crop breeding techniques have come a long way in developing plants suited to Australian climates. But how far can we go?
Forests are remarkable at drawing carbon from the atmosphere, and they're getting better at it. New research highlights how important it is to protect forests so they can help us fight climate change.
Quantum technology could help solve challenges across a range of sectors. But what exactly is quantum technology and how will it be used?
Nigeria recently approved the world's first GM cowpea, which provides full protection against the pod-borer Maruca, a major problem for this important crop.
Our oceans and atmosphere researcher Jess Melbourne-Thomas could be named Australian of the Year 2020.
An upgrade for the Australia Telescope Compact Array will enable major new discoveries about the Universe.
In partnership with the University of California San Diego, we’ve engineered a mosquito resistant to spreading all four types of the devastating dengue virus.
As we adapt to more severe weather events in a changing climate, we need a better understanding of how bushfires start and spread.
As bushfires continue around the country many of us are experiencing poor air quality. Our forecasting technology is helping minimise exposure to smoke.
Celebrations in space, a major laser and a new human discovered. We've wrapped up the top science stories of 2019 as our gift to you.
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