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Cross species transfer of genes has driven evolution
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Scientists have shown that widespread transfer of genes between species has radically changed the genomes of today’s mammals, and been an important driver of evolution.
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Scientists dive deep to save sinking oyster population
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School of Biological Sciences and Environment Institute researchers are involved in Australia’s largest ever oyster reef restoration project.
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Scientists pumped with new quantum computing potential
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An international team of researchers have developed a new product that moves the world one step closer to reliable, high-performance quantum computing.
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Scientists find new alien-like wasp that eats victims from the inside out
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Just like the terrifying creatures from the Alien movies, scientists have discovered a new species of parasitic wasp that eats victims from the inside out.
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Wine scientists remove bitter flavours from Cabernet Sauvignon
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Scientists at Australia’s largest wine research hub have used tiny magnetic particles to remove strange aromas and flavours from wine.
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Raising the baa: Animal science student wins global award
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Research into the growth, health and profitability of lambs has landed animal science student Leesa-Joy Flannigan a major international award.
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Scientists create laser that ‘smells’ like a hound
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Scientists have created a laser which may eventually be used as a human breath test to screen for serious illness.
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Platypus venom inspires potential new diabetes treatments
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The discovery of a key metabolic hormone found in platypus venom will now be investigated for its potential to treat type 2 diabetes.
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Support for grapegrowers in the palm of their hand
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Grapegrowers have an advantage for the upcoming season in the form of a new smart phone application and a vital update to an existing app.
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Vets warn dog owners of poisonous mushrooms
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Vets from the Faculty of Sciences have warned of the dangers of wild mushrooms after recent dog deaths in suburban Adelaide.
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