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What Set The Earth’s Plates In Motion?
Scientists have developed a model that explains why the Earth is the only planet in our solar system which experiences plate tectonics.
Dogs Can Be Pessimists Too
Using an objective and non-invasive way to assess animal welfare, researchers have found that some dogs are more optimistic than others.
When It Comes To Risk, Grey Matter Matters
The volume of grey matter could be used as a biomarker for financial risk attitudes, researchers say.
Australian Museum Eureka Prize Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Australians celebrated the best of homegrown science at the 25th Australian Museum Eureka Prize gala dinner.
Abalone Could Treat Herpes Virus Infections
A serendipitous observation led to the discovery that hemocyanins in abalone blood could treat herpes simplex infections.
Lactoferrin On Trial To Reduce Iron Deficiencies In Bangladesh
Lactoferrin, an iron-carrying protein involved in the immune response, is being tested for its ability to prevent iron deficiency during pregnancy.
Urine, From Waste To Fertilizer
With its high nutrient content, urine could replace our dwindling supply of mineral fertilizer, researchers say.
How Fussy Pandas Maintain A Balanced Bamboo Diet
A study of six pandas over six years shows that they migrate in order to switch between bamboo species which provide them with different nutrients required for successful breeding.
Mysterious Dance Of Dwarfs Forces Cosmic Rethink
The discovery that dwarf galaxies cluster around larger galaxies in orderly discs challenges the current understanding of physical laws.
