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CSIRO announces 59 roles will be cut from these research areas

The national science agency is merging two research units

The Canberra Times

One Nation says it’s the only party in Australia to question climate science. It should ask itself why

Climate change denial has become untenable yet Hanson’s party digs in – with conspiracy theories, cherrypicking and claims that are easy to refute

The Guardian - AU

CSIRO is cutting climate science jobs. This is what’s at stake for Australia

CSIRO has told staff it will cut 92 positions in its environment unit – just days after the Australian government boosted funding to the national science agency by A$387 million.

The Conversation

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Morning Mail: scientists sound alarm over CSIRO job losses, fears grow over Ebola outbreak, Arsenal crowned Premier League champions

Climate modelling at risk from science agency cuts; WHO mulls experimental Ebola vaccines; analysis reveals who will feel NDIS cuts the most

The Guardian - AU

‘Foolish’ CSIRO job cuts will mean Australia unable to provide climate projections to global reports, scientists warn

Exclusive: Science agency is planning to sack a third of the team working on the national climate model, sources say

The Guardian - AU

Climate agencies to ask AI to predict future disasters

Artificial intelligence could play a major role in predicting natural disasters around Australia but authorities warn they do not understand it well enough.

AAP

Aussie artificial intelligence may give robots a leg up

A new, water-efficient artificial intelligence hub could help robots make important decisions without delay.

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Labor accused of ‘robbing Peter to pay Paul’ for axing $760m research program to fund other science measures

Researchers say budget decision to cut commercialisation program to fund the CSIRO and other science initiatives undermines the government’s own priorities

The Guardian - AU

David Pocock applauds $387m in extra funding for CSIRO after tens of thousands sign petition

Analysis commissioned by independent senator found national science agency’s funding is at its lowest since 1978

The Guardian - AU

Grain belt hit by worst mouse plague in years

Mouse numbers have exploded to plague proportions across a state's grain belt, with thousands per hectare threatening crops and straining bait supply

AAP

Mouse plague hits WA grain farmers as numbers surge in SA: ‘You literally can’t get away from them’

CSIRO researcher says there are reports of up to 4,000 mouse burrows per hectare in parts of Western Australia

The Guardian - AU

Preserved orchids show pollination has fallen 60% since the 1970s

With their dazzling blooms, orchids are among the most famous and collected flowering plants on Earth.

The Conversation

Body of man swept away by floodwaters found

The body of a 65-year-old man who was swept away by floodwaters in South Australia's far north has been found following a three-day search effort.

AAP

Humans are en route to the moon for the first time in 54 years – and Australia’s Dish is tracking them

The Murriyang radio telescope in Parkes, NSW broadcast the moon landing in 1969 and is now observing the Artemis II lunar mission

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'Defying logic': This quantum battery actually charges faster the bigger it gets

This quantum device absorbs energy efficiently, accelerates charging with scale, and stores power temporarily, though it's still limited in practical output.

AAP

'They're everywhere': fresh rural mouse plague warning

Farmers are being overrun by mice in some rural areas, with scientists warning the rodents could cause havoc for the agricultural sector.

The Independent UK

More than 100 deep-sea creatures discovered in Coral Sea

Marine species were found by researchers onboard research vessel Investigator

AAP

'Extraordinary' deep sea voyage finds 110 new species

Brittle stars, rays and a "ghost shark" are among the scientific discoveries made in a landmark voyage to unexplored waters off Australia's coast.

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One-time NASA caravan weather station plays global role

An internationally significant weather station on a remote cliff that was initially a repurposed NASA caravan is marking its 50th birthday.

The Guardian - AU

Deepwater discoveries: scientists find more than 110 new fish and invertebrate species in the Coral Sea

Brittlestars, sea anemones and a catshark among new-to-science species collected during expedition off the Queensland coast

AAP

Industry bailouts defended as Iran war smashes markets

Industry Minister Tim Ayres has outlined the government's industry-science strategy, saying global instability and the conflict in Iran demands stronger ties.

AAP

Roving robots may keep the sun shining on solar panels

Originally designed for mining sites, some autonomous robots are being redeployed to solar farms to perform dirty work that is dangerous to humans.

Quantum batteries could prove the EV breakthough we've been waiting for – charge in seconds and last for years

This could change how devices charge, for an always-on future.

Tom’s Hardware

Australian researchers develop quantum battery proof-of-concept which uses lasers to charge near-instantly — breakthrough could pave the way for ultra-fast wireless charging for EVs and drones in the future, say researchers

Australian researchers have reportedly created the world's first quantum battery prototype.

The Guardian - AU

Is this the world’s first quantum battery? Australian scientists say so

Researchers say their prototype is a big step towards fully functioning batteries with rapid charging times

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