Major new research claims smaller-brained ‘Homo naledi’ made rock art and buried the dead. But the evidence is lacking
On September 13 2013, speleologists Rick Hunter and Steven Tucker descended deep into South Africa’s…
How AI could take over elections – and undermine democracy
Could organizations use artificial intelligence language models such as ChatGPT to induce voters to behave…
Giant tree-kangaroos once lived in unexpected places all over Australia, according to major new analysis
Kangaroos are an enduring symbol of Australia’s uniqueness. To move, they do what no other…
Blockchain is a key technology – a computer scientist explains why the post-crypto-crash future is bright
People hear a lot about blockchain technology in relation to cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, which rely…
We’ve created a new lens that could take thermal cameras out of spy films and put them into your back pocket
Like something out of a spy movie, thermal cameras make it possible to “see” heat…
Scientists’ political donations reflect polarization in academia – with implications for the public’s trust in science
People who lean left politically reported an increase in trust in scientists during the COVID-19…
Industry minister Ed Husic on the artificial intelligence revolution
Artificial intelligence is a challenging policy area that’s moving towards the centre stage of public…
El Niño is back – that’s good news or bad news, depending on where you live
El Niño is officially here, and while it’s still weak right now, federal forecasters expect…
The Apple Vision Pro hasn’t really impressed consumers, but that isn’t the goal – for now
Apple’s new Vision Pro mixed reality headset has generated a significant amount of buzz. Announcing…
Brain tumors are cognitive parasites – how brain cancer hijacks neural circuits and causes cognitive decline
Researchers have long known that brain tumors, specifically a type of tumor called a glioma,…