Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - September, 2020
Venus gas excites speculation
Researchers have discovered a tantalising hint that Venus may harbour life.
2D views from nano-scope
A new nano-microscope has allowed direct observation of the magnetic properties of 2D materials.
Heads roll at Rio
Rio Tinto executives are resigning after the company destroyed Aboriginal heritage sites earlier this year.
School money seems low
Public investment in Australia’s public education system is below the OECD average.
Trial pause no cause for dismay
Experts say the pause of the AstraZeneca drug trial may just be a sign that the trial system works.
Big sweep spots no aliens
A giant Australian telescope has found no signs of alien technology in a search of 10 million star systems.
Unis link for global goal
A coalition of 14 global universities has secured US$12.5 million to better understand ecosystem and climate interactions.
Boats' float inverted
Scientists have managed to make a boat float upside down, underneath a layer of liquid.
Green changes rammed through
The Federal Government has gagged debate and rushed through its weakening of the important EPBC act.
Help needed to save research
The Federal Government has been told to invest in preserving Australia’s research assets.
'Sports rort' probe continues
An inquiry has heard the Federal Government wanted to expand its sports grants scheme to fund more projects in target seats.
Tehan hints at uni help
The Federal Education Minister has foreshadowed new support for the struggling university sector.