Could buildings imitate living organisms? Negin Imani has created a tool translating natural thermoregulation strategies into architectural solutions.
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How To Save Southern Right Whales From Extinction - Genetics Hold The Clue
Researchers from The University of Western Australia are part of a global team that has assembled the DNA of Southern Right Whales.
Climate Change Challenge: All Eyes On The Blue Marble
Aotearoa has committed to net-zero emissions of all greenhouse gases, other than biogenic methane, by 2050. Is that enough? Finlay Macdonald talks to scientists, including those in the Climate Science Initiative.
Making Biodiesel From Dirty Old Cooking Oil Just Got Easier
A global team including researchers from The University of Western Australia has developed a powerful, low-cost method for recycling used cooking oil and agricultural waste into biodiesel.
How Do Kea See 1080 Bait?
Research shows kea have the ability to distinguish between two different-coloured 1080 baits but cannot detect the presence of bird repellent in baits of the same colour, findings which might have implications for future 1080 operations.
Researchers Count 13 New Species Of Fanged Arachnids In The Pilbara
Researchers from The University of Western Australia and the Western Australian Museum have discovered 13 new species of the elusive ‘spricket’ in Australia’s north-west.
