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In the past decade the Australian agricultural sector has grown from being worth $40 billion annually to more than $60 billion.
Federal Minister for Agriculture David Littleproud said that growth came through innovation and hoped a $19 million dollar drought research hub based in Toowoomba would lock in future innovation and growth.
It is part of an $86 million investment in a series of research hubs across the county, the first of which will be based at University of Southern Queensland.
Led by climate expert Professor Roger Stone, it will gather data from the thousands of agricultural research projects across the country and look for ways to commercialise that knowledge.
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Keeping kids safe at playgrounds: Research project to shed light on shade
University of Southern Queensland researchers are investigating the availability and quality of shade for UV and heat protection in playgrounds across NSW.
The playground has long been a popular spot for kids on a warm, sunny day, but it can also be dangerous.
Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world, with children the most vulnerable to the ultraviolet radiation that causes it.
University of Southern Queensland researchers Dr Nathan Downs and Professor Alfio Parisi are investigating the availability and quality of shade for UV and heat protection in playgrounds across New South Wales.
NASA s Mars helicopter, Ingenuity, could change space exploration forever
The first attempt at flight on another planet is just days away. Here s what you need to know about NASA s Mars helicopter. Listen - 06:40
Ingenuity takes flight on Mars in this NASA animation. NASA/JPL-Caltech
NASA s wheeled rovers have revealed an incredible amount about Mars. From learning about the planet s wet history and discovering the chemistry of its soil, to the puzzling presence of methane in its atmosphere, the rolling robots have been indispensable in painting a picture of one of Earth s closest neighbors. They are remarkable, but they can t cover a lot of ground slow movement is critical to prevent them from tumbling over a cliff or colliding with a rock.
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