News: Research
Survey: How do you interact with your cat?
![Cat hug Image by Markus Lehmann via Pixabay](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-07/news-cat-hug.jpg?h=6eb229a4&itok=JJekDamG)
Animal behaviour researchers want to hear from people who own a cat to learn more about our feline friends and how we interact with them.
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Snakes need to stretch, scientists say
![University of Adelaide animal behaviour student Harry Kent with Lizzie the pet spotted python (Antaresia maculosa). Image by Kenty's Wildlife.](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-07/harrison-kent-snake-4-web.jpg?h=5eef411c&itok=P1YoJ-0d)
Minimum enclosure sizes for snakes in captivity should enable them to stretch out fully, say animal welfare experts.
Slowing the sugar rush to yield better grapes
![Researcher Pietro Previtali collecting sample Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for the study.](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-07/pietro-wine-california.jpg?h=ceabf505&itok=_wNifmZV)
Scientists have found a solution to manage the accelerated rate at which grapes ripen in warmer climates, which can result in poor colour and aroma development.
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Chemistry researchers target cleaner future for heavy industry
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Researchers from the School of Physical Sciences are involved in the new Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre.
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First detection of a collision between a neutron star and a black hole
![Artist’s impression of a neutron star and black hole about to merge. Carl Knox, OzGrav-Swinburne University.](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-06/NSBH-merger_2021_Carl-Knox_OzGrav-Swinburne_sm.jpg?h=8f818b46&itok=2Di5uIE4)
Scientists detected the death spiral and merger of the two of the most extreme objects in the Universe, a neutron star and a black hole.
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New findings to boost barley yields at higher temps
![In barley the presence of a specific protein regulates the production of branches and flowers on plant stems in response to warm temperatures. A loss of function in this protein results in the formation of branch-like spikes at high temperatures.](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-06/news-branched-barley-spike.jpg?h=9b987ac8&itok=Wv1m2xtt)
Researchers identify a novel mechanism in barley plants which could help crop growers achieve high yields as temperatures rise.
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What makes vets feel good at work?
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Researchers investigate the positive side of veterinary work and what brings vets pleasure in their job.
Scientists seek Pomeranian dogs to participate in new gene study
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Researchers are seeking Pomeranian and PomX dogs for a free and simple mouth swab to identify how widespread a defective gene is in the breed's Australian population.
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Coronaviruses have been hijacking human genes for 20,000 years
![Coronavirus graphic. Image by Gerd Altmann, from Pixabay.](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-06/news-corona-5174671.jpeg?h=e5aec6c8&itok=AQrN5lej)
Humans have been exposed to coronaviruses for more than 20,000 years, according to new University of Adelaide research.
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New standards to assist conservation and decision-making
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University of Adelaide and TERN researchers have partnered with the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) to standardise both environmental monitoring and data systems for improved decision-making.
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