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Plants to be grown on the Moon when humans return

NASA has announced that when humans take their first steps back on the Moon after 50 years during the Artemis III mission, astronauts will cultivate and return lunar-grown plants to Earth for the first time.
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Medal for pioneering work on green hydrogen production

The pioneering research being undertaken at the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± by one of Australia’s leading young chemical engineers has been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science (AAS).
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Caution needed over screening scores for heart patients

Existing non-invasive screening tools may miss heart failure amongst patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and should be used with caution, according to the latest research.
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Preterm birth research in top 10 for delivering extraordinary outcomes

The impact of life-changing research into preventing preterm births by University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± experts has been recognised by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
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Australia’s potential as a global leader for surgical AI

Australia and New Zealand could become international leaders in the safe use of artificial intelligence (AI) in surgery, but first there needs to be guidelines in place to safeguard patients, according to University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± experts.
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First commercial-grade optical fibres fabricated in space

Special glass rods manufactured at the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± have been drawn into over 8 km of optical fibre on the International Space Station (ISS).
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Westpac Scholars to fight disease and support veterans

Four University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± students have been awarded 2024 Westpac Scholarships to help them in their quest to solve major challenges, including fighting superbugs and building more inclusive communities for veterans.
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Future space leaders made here: How the Australian Rover Challenge is sending next generation space explorers to the Moon

University students from around Australia and the world will converge at the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± to pit their custom-built lunar rovers against each other in a one-of-a-kind event this 20-24 March, during the University’s 150th anniversary year.
Help make myrtle rust dust

A citizen science campaign aims to find and track myrtle rust in Australia to reduce the impact of the invasive disease in Australia.
Fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries on the horizon

New research shows that the next generation of lithium-sulphur (Li||S) batteries may be capable of being charged in less than five minutes, instead of several hours as is currently the case.
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