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Trapping atoms, not space ships, with tractor beams

Dr Philip Light with the atomic chamber in which the atomic tractor beams were created

Physics researchers have delved into the realm of Star Wars and created a powerful tractor beam.

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Alcohol brewed from trees and other fermented drinks in Indigenous history

A sample of the Eucalyptus giunnii plant

There’s evidence that Australian Aboriginal people have a long history of using fermentation to make beverages.

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When Thailand and Australia were closer neighbours, tectonically speaking

Main image: The beaches of Koh Phangan are set within rocky crags made of granites, the type of rocks studied to piece Thailand to Australia. Romana Dew, Author provided.

New geology research uncovers the deep links between Australia and Thailand.

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Outstanding Australian School of Petroleum Graduate

Tuan Huynh Minh Tran

Congratulations to Tuan Huynh Minh Tran, a final year undergraduate student in the Australian School of Petroleum.

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New technique a breakthrough in human genome reconstruction

New technique a breakthrough in human genome reconstruction

Scientists have developed a new technique that will aid in a more accurate reconstruction of human genomes.

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Five things you may not know about plastic pipes

Here in the Intelligent Water Decisions research group we think, study and learn a lot about pipes. Here are five things about plastic pipes that you may not know.

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Water utilities adapt through data-driven decisions

The important decisions made by water utilities need to include considerations of an uncertain future. This may mean that they will need to adapt their thinking.

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7 processes that cause coastal floods

Coastal floods can be devastating. They are also complicated. This article breaks down 7 processes that cause coastal floods. If you enjoy living near the beach, keep reading.

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Investigating rainfall models: Why a comprehensive and systematic approach is essential

In this article we take a look at why we need comprehensive and systematic evaluation of rainfall models. We also examine a new model evaluation framework, with examples of the framework in action.

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More than just a sparkling gem: what you didn’t know about diamonds

Diamond image

They’re made of carbon – but there’s something almost supernatural about diamonds.

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