A tsunami and volcanic ash devastated Tonga’s soils and crops. Our soil scientist, Dr Ben Macdonald, was asked to investigate whether they could recover.
A new antenna and new space missions — there’s excitement brewing at the New Norcia ground station.
We've joined forces with the World Economic Forum to contribute to best-practice governance principles for quantum technologies.
Like any new technology, we’re still learning what the ASKAP telescope does best – and how we can wield it to uncover the secrets of the Universe.
New research shows we can feed the world and bend the curve on biodiversity loss, looking after animals and plants into the future.
Scientists have researched and described the plants of New Guinea and have recognised it as the most botanically-diverse island in the world.
Our scientists, together with Project Aware and Ocean Conservancy, have conducted the largest global survey of land and marine debris.
What will your city feel like in 50 years' time, in 2070? Climate predictions tell us that Melbourne will feel like northern parts of Adelaide.
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.
New research shows not enough fruit and vegetables are available for people to meet dietary recommendations.
Air bubbles trapped deep under Antarctic ice are helping us understand the impact that increasing emissions might have on a naturally occurring ‘air purifier’.
Governments from around the world have committed to building and operating an impressive new instrument for understanding the Universe – the Square Kilometre Array.
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