How researchers are saving the peanut industry

How researchers are saving the peanut industry

The peanut industry is on the brink of growing a 100% Australian crop. Thanks to researchers from CQ University, who are heading into their second year of trials, new uses for the peanut plant are being discovered and utelized in the hopes of reviving the peanut...
The biggest risk to Australia’s Black Swans

The biggest risk to Australia’s Black Swans

A study by the University of Queensland has revealed that Black Swans risk being wiped out if avian flu reaches Australia’s shores. For the first time, researchers were able to generate a genome of these unique native animals, which revealed they are missing immune...
A new space education has lift-off

A new space education has lift-off

According to research, Australia’s space industry is set to triple its revenues in the next eight years, increasing to a worth of $12 billion. In light of this development, one expert is set on preparing the country for a space revolution, and he’s working with the...
The study hoping to diversify the retail sector

The study hoping to diversify the retail sector

New research into long-term employment for young adults with psychosocial disability is helping to change our workforce for the better.  The new three year project launched by QUT, the Australian Retail Association, and Disability Employment Australia, will help to...