Science & Environment Archives

Gallery: The fight against malaria

These Aussie scientists are on the front lines of the battle against malaria in the Solomons.

The first Australian settlers numbered up to 3000 and arrived intentionally, a new study suggests.

Learn about the many types of galaxies, and see some of the loveliest images ever taken of these cosmic wonders.

A spate of fatal shark attacks in WA has led to calls for drastic action. But what’s behind the attacks?

Grey reef sharks behave differently depending on the point in the lunar cycle, new research suggests.

The reason giant female moa birds towered over diminutive males may be simpler than experts thought.

Is the Reef’s heritage status at risk because of Australia’s guardianship? Dr Chris McGrath wonders.

A cache of fossilised dinosaur embryos found in China sheds light on how the prehistoric giants developed.

Australian scientists produce a draft of the koala genome, which they say will help to conserve the iconic native.

The death of a child in Queensland has prompted a warning about the risks of contact with bats.