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Detect Epileptic Seizures By ‘Hearing’ Brainwaves

A method of converting the brain wave signals of people living with epilepsy into sound has been developed by Australian researchers.

Living In Brisbane? Here’s How You Should Position Your Solar Panel

A University of Queensland study has identified the ideal tilt and angle for solar panels on Brisbane roof tops.

And In Science News… Can We Have More Science News?

Why is science not delivered as part of our routine news bulletins in the same way as, say, business and sport? Peter Ellerton discusses.

Anne Likes Alex But Not Bob: What Your Name Really Says About You

Ricky van der Zwan and Anna Brooks from Southern Cross University examine how your name may influence the choices you make.

Break A Sweat To Lower Stroke Risk

New research finds a link between the frequency of exercise and stroke risk.

Breakthrough In Front Line Immunity Research

Researchers have characterized for the first time how interferon beta proteins bind to cells and activate an immune response.

Protagonist Therapeutics Raises $14 Million in Series B Venture Financing

The University of Queensland spin-off Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc. has completed a US$14 million Series B venture financing initiative.

‘Trust Hormone’ May Not Help Autistic Kids, Study

The so-called trust hormone, oxytocin, may not improve the symptoms of children with autism, a clinical trial in Australia has found.

Powerful New Way To Track Space Junk

Scientists plan to use the unique features of the brand-new Murchison Widefield Array radio telescope to track the path of space debris.