How cobras developed flesh-eating venom
The evolutionary factors behind cobra venom, the ornate markings on their hoods and the extremely bright warning colourings of some species, have been revealed by a University of Queensland-led...
Evolving organisms found survival in sex
Being ‘lovesick’ takes on a whole new meaning in a new theory which answers...
Milk Man breastfeeding app targets dads
A new smartphone app that aims to encourage new fathers to learn about the...
Smarter packaging for fresh produce
Research into the packaging of fresh-cut fruit and vegetables is providing new insights into...
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Research shows women are just as sweaty as men
Differences in the amount that people sweat are due to body size rather than...
Parents grossly overestimate benefits of antibiotics
Parents overestimate the benefit of antibiotics in reducing the duration of acute respiratory infections...
Early childhood the key to improving Indigenous health
Programs and policies to promote healthy weight should target children as young as three,...
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A major export
International education is Australia’s third largest export and our largest services sector export, generating income of $19.2 billion a year and underpinning Australia’s research, trade, investment and diplomatic engagement with the world.