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Fairy-wrens calculate their benefits when coming to aid others threatened by predators

A new study led by Monash University researchers, published today in Current Biology, reveals when and why purple-crowned fairy-wrens will defend others from predators.

Biology 24 July 2021

Mineral alchemy taps into key ingredients for green energy revolution: salt and potassium

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Sodium, the main constituent in salt, and potassium alteration are associated with some of the world’s most valuable ore deposits.

Earth Atmosphere and Environment 21 July 2021

Monash University alumnus wins Astronomical Society of Australia Award

Congratulations to Monash School of Physics and Astronomy alumnus Dr Colm Talbot on being one of six Australian astronomers to be recognised by the Astronomical Society of Australia (ASA), the country’s professional body for the field.

Physics and Astronomy 13 July 2021

Two neutron star-black hole collision discovery — the two most extreme objects in the Universe

The first observation of the neutron star-black hole merger was made on 5th January 2020 when gravitational waves -- tiny ripples in the fabric of space and time -- were detected from the collision event by LIGO and Virgo.

Physics and Astronomy 1 July 2021
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Scientists call for improved management of a weedy tree to protect owl habitat

When is a weed not a weed? Can native plants be weeds? Sweet pittosporum (Pittosporum undulatum) was once a well-behaved tree growing in gullies from Gippsland in Victoria up to Brisbane in Queensland.

Biology 11 June 2021
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