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Developing fuel moisture sensing satellites for fire management with Indigenous knowledge

In this collaborative project, researchers are working to develop future satellites for fire management by using traditional Indigenous knowledge and collaborating on remote sensing technology to help manage wildfires.

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Tuesday, 24 May 2016
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The ABC’s Vote Compass tells us that the environment, education and health are three big election issues this year across Australia.

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Tuesday, 24 May 2016
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An international study led by The Australian National University (ANU) has found evidence that marine life can easily invade Antarctic waters from the north, and could be poised to colonise the rapidly-warming Antarctic marine ecosystems.

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Tuesday, 24 May 2016

The Australian National University (ANU) and Hindmarsh have launched Significant Capital Ventures, a new venture capital investment vehicle to drive innovation in Canberra and build investment links between business and research.

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Monday, 23 May 2016

The Australian Academy of Science has recognised two scientists from The Australian National University (ANU) for their work on advancing science.

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Thursday, 19 May 2016
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Big isn't always better when it comes to the size of male genitals.

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Tuesday, 17 May 2016
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Physicists are putting themselves out of a job, using artificial intelligence to run a complex experiment.

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Tuesday, 17 May 2016
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Scientists have found evidence of a huge asteroid that struck the Earth early in its life with an impact larger than anything humans have experienced.

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Monday, 16 May 2016
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Mark studied forest science with honours in biology, a degree which he says gave him “a diverse set of skills to take with me to my workplace.

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Monday, 16 May 2016
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Researchers at The Australian National University (ANU) have found possums in New Zealand prefer to eat leaves high in available protein, giving authorities new evidence to help them limit possum damage to New Zealand's forests.

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