The remarkable diversity of 3D printing is changing the way the world thinks about engineering, manufacturing, design, medical technology, industry and more. Some say it could be the catalyst for…
The good oil on krill
New research investigating the oils or ‘lipids’ in Antarctic krill will provide scientists and the krill fishing industry with improved tools for measuring the health of krill populations and their…
From bleeding to self-healing concrete
Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world due to its high strength and durability, relatively low cost and readily available constituents. However, over time concrete also becomes…
New forensic technology helping lay rest to our ANZAC past
As we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the landing at Anzac Cove, DNA experts are working to identify Australian soldiers who died during another World War 1 conflict. The 1916…
Info-graphic: The BIG NUMBERS of climate change
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Household pollutants detected around Antarctic stations
Australian Antarctic stations are rethinking their operational practices after the discovery that common household pollutants are dispersing from Casey station into the local Antarctic environment. Research published in Environmental Science and…
X-ray crystallography photo essay
2014 is the International Year of Crystallography; a celebration of X-ray crystallography and the science driven by this technology. 2014 also marks 10 years since Griffith University solved its first structure…
A World-First Technology in using Graphene For Micro Devices
World-first technology developed at Griffith University is harnessing the remarkable properties of graphene and could launch the next generation of mass produced, low-cost micro-devices. Dr Francesca Iacopi’s novel micro-fabrication process…
Virtually learning from virtually anywhere
Rapid advances in IT are reshaping the teaching and learning styles in higher education. One of the most exciting areas being explored is educating students in the virtual world. Students…
Art and climate change
The role of creative arts in stimulating responses to climate change. Can art contribute to getting people to respond to the issues of climate change? Art doesn’t only operate on…