Most animals have their own version of tree rings – here’s how we biologists use them to help species thrive
We have a natural fascination with time – how landscapes have been carved over millennia,…
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool – not a human-level expert
OpenAI’s “deep research” is the latest artificial intelligence (AI) tool making waves and promising to…
who Nigeria and Ghana’s fraudsters are, how they operate, and why they do it
People find love in many ways and through diverse mediums. Online platforms have become popular…
Mirror life is a scientific fantasy leading to a dangerous reality − a synthetic biologist explains how mirror bacteria could conquer life on Earth
Most major biological molecules, including all proteins, DNA and RNA, point in one direction or…
Here’s how researchers are helping AIs get their facts straight
AI has made it easier than ever to find information: Ask ChatGPT almost anything, and…
Thousands of Australian pets may soon have ‘useless’ microchips. It’s a symptom of a bigger problem
Late last year, rumours swirled online that HomeSafeID, a private Australian pet microchip registry, had…
Google has dropped its promise not to use AI for weapons. It’s part of a troubling trend
Last week, Google quietly abandoned a long-standing commitment to not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology…
Poor sleep and addiction go hand in hand − understanding how could lead to new treatments for opioid use disorder
A good night’s sleep often sets the stage for a positive day. But for the…
Using smart technologies and artificial intelligence in food packaging can reduce food waste
Food insecurity is one of humanity’s most pressing challenges, impacting more than two billion people…
AI is being used in social services – but we must make sure it doesn’t traumatise clients
Late last year, ChatGPT was used by a Victorian child protection worker to draft documents.…