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Fires burning on mountain range by the sea.

Wildfires and threats in the sights: Microfocussing system set to transform infrared detectors

Researchers have developed a highly sensitive method for detecting environmental hotspots, such as bushfires or military threats, by harnessing the focusing power of meta-optical systems.

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Tuesday, 03 Oct 2017
  • Research story

Associate Professor Rowena Ball shares her experiences of working with students in remote Queensland communities for the STEM Professionals in Schools program.

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Tuesday, 03 Oct 2017
  • Research story

But for around 18% of Australians, Spring brings another kind of fever… hay fever. The culprit? Pollen.

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Friday, 29 Sep 2017
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Days after the Government announced a new Australian Space Agency, ANU has signed a new agreement with the German space agency and space Centre DLR.

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Friday, 29 Sep 2017
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ANU will lead a new project announced by the federal government to enhance Australia’s defence capability.

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Tuesday, 26 Sep 2017
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The ANU Indigenous Astronomy Workshop brought 75 students from rural NSW to Siding Spring Observatory for a day-long workshop.

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Tuesday, 26 Sep 2017
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ANU has signed a new agreement with UNSW Canberra on building and testing satellites and space instruments.

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Tuesday, 26 Sep 2017
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The Australian National University is poised to play a key role in a new Australian space agency.

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Thursday, 21 Sep 2017
  • Research story

Researchers from ANU have found the creation of a Great Forest National Park would deliver the best environmental and economic returns to Victoria.

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Wednesday, 20 Sep 2017
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ANU science academics have been recognised for outstanding contributions to student learning in 2017 at the Australian Awards for University Teaching.

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