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Farming

We’re mapping 1.7 million Australian paddocks from space

We've used satellite imagery to identify the boundaries of Australian paddocks from space. It will help farmers save time mapping paddocks each growing season.

Environment

From superheroes to the risqué: 5 scientists tell the stories behind these species names

From a Hugh Jackman-esque spider to honouring traditional Indigenous words, these species have memorable names.

Environment

New Guinea: most botanically-diverse island in the world

Scientists have researched and described the plants of New Guinea and have recognised it as the most botanically-diverse island in the world.

Manufacturing

Unmasking Australia’s first surgical face mask testing facility

We have opened Australia’s first accredited face mask testing facility to assist manufacturers in fast-tracking the supply of masks for hospital staff.

Energy

After the vicious cold snap, here are our tips to warm up while keeping your environmental footprint down

As the temperature rises at home to help us beat the winter chill, so does our carbon footprint and energy bills. Here are our tips to help prevent that.

Tech

In data we trust: hacking a better future

We’ll be joining GovHack to bring hackers together across the country to supercharge science data and generate creative solutions.

Energy

Roadmap to runway: Getting hydrogen off the ground

Carbon-free air travel is closer than you think. Our report with Boeing looks at how we can decarbonise the commercial aviation industry with hydrogen.

Data61

How computational science is advancing scientific discovery

Computational science helps us visualise complex scientific problems. Our new partnership with Microsoft can help us find even more solutions.

Best in class: from measuring sunshine to COVID-19

Sarah Kummerfeld is genomics researcher and has been working on COVID-19 research. We explore how she got her start is a BHP Awards alumni.

About Us

July quiz: it’s quiz-ness time

It's the end of July so you know what what means? Our July quiz! We'll see if you've been paying attention to our science stories from the past month.

Space

David Malin Awards: Astrophotography to make you starry eyed

The David Malin Award winners have been announced for 2020. We show you some of the 253 stellar shots that entered this year's astrophotography competition.

Health

M♡THer: an app to better manage gestational diabetes

We're working with hosptials to fast track an app called "M♡THer.” It supports pregnant patients to manage their gestational diabetes better.