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Farm dam

Better dams offer major benefits to farmers and livestock

Managing the water quality of farm dams is critical to the health of livestock as well as boosting crop production, according to new research from the ANU Sustainable Farms group.

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Thursday, 24 Oct 2019
  • News

A first-of-its-kind citizen science project will put amateur butterfly-watchers at the forefront of research and conservation for the insect.

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Wednesday, 23 Oct 2019
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Five student startups from ANU were recognised at the InnovationACT 2019 Awards Night ceremony over the weekend, sharing $50,000 worth of grants.

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Wednesday, 16 Oct 2019
  • News

Australian research could help breeders develop more drought-resilient crops that can produce more food and more profit with less water.

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Friday, 11 Oct 2019
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A new centre will focus on linking the digital & physical worlds through light, thanks to $34.9 million in Australian Government funding.

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Friday, 11 Oct 2019
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Warmer temperatures linked to climate change are having a big impact on the breeding habits of one of Australia’s most recognisable bird species.

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Thursday, 10 Oct 2019
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Researchers are asking the public to help investigate a phenomenon that’s killing Australia’s iconic snow gums.

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University campus showing building, trees and sculpture of giant silver ball.
Wednesday, 02 Oct 2019
  • Analysis and opinion

In Australia, renewable energy is growing at a per capita rate ten times faster than the world average.

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Monday, 30 Sep 2019
  • Research story

Five years ago, an ANU biologist proved that most female songbirds sing, but it’s a finding that many people are struggling to accept.

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Thursday, 26 Sep 2019
  • News

The latest report from the IPCC paints a grim picture of the future of Australia’s coastal areas, but there’s still time to avoid the worst scenario.

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