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ViewMinister ‘should step in to reduce university losses from pandemic’

Policy analyst calls on Tehan to postpone performance-based funding targets and increase maximum grants

ViewCSIRO starts testing two possible vaccines for Covid-19

Trials of UK and US vaccines will be carried out over next three months

ViewRift in US-China relations could harm Australia’s global position

Country needs a ‘clear and consistent voice’ in high-level discussions about life after Covid-19

ViewScience group calls for grants scheme to boost industry R&D

Tax breaks and money for startups ‘can help R&D recover from Covid-19 crisis’

ViewStrict social distancing ‘could control virus within three months’

Firm rules must be enforced early on, says computer scientist

ViewNHMRC cancels 2020 grants for high-performing research teams

Synergy Grants shelved to ease pressure on peer reviewers during coronavirus crisis

ViewFree online course to help rural doctors offer telehealth services

University aims to support health professionals in moving away from reliance on face-to-face consultations

ViewTourism’s loss in virus crisis ‘could be gain for rental market’

Investors may decide to switch from ‘Airbnb model’ to longer-term tenure, says La Trobe academic

ViewAdapt bushfire plan to guide self-isolation, say psychologists

Murdoch mental health academics recommend limiting exposure to news reports and social media

ViewAcademy calls on government to publish Covid-19 policy data

Transparency must be at the core of the national response, says Australian Academy of Science

ViewScientists develop ‘pandemic drone’ to monitor crowds

Technology can be used to detect coronavirus symptoms in public places

ViewArts industries ‘need targeted support’ to cope with job losses

Many entertainment workers and university-employed artists could be pushed into poverty, says union

ViewIncome-contingent loans ‘could help beat Covid-19 recession’

Financial help for businesses and individuals should be modelled on student loans, says economist

ViewVirus crisis putting ‘enormous pressure’ on university teachers

Casual staff are being thrown into online teaching without formal tech training, say unions

ViewVictorian premier defies Morrison with Covid-19 school closures

Other states likely to follow suit after Victoria goes against federal coronavirus guidelines

ViewWollongong vice-chancellor announces decision to step down

University praises ‘exceptional leader’ who has strengthened its academic and research reputation

ViewFood and nutrition must be taught as life skills, says academic

Good food education is ‘critical to tackling obesity and setting up healthy behaviours for life’

ViewTasmania leads global research to map marine predator movement

Tracking programme identifies areas of particularly high biodiversity and biomass

ViewFederal campaign to support universities during virus crisis

Government programme promotes digital study and provides social media support for staff and students

ViewBlood samples map immune system recovery from Covid-19

Melbourne researchers aim to roll out sampling programme nationally to assist in fight against coronavirus

ViewAustralia bans overseas travel and indoor meetings to curb virus

Universities exempt from restrictions on meetings, but many are asking staff to work from home

ViewCasuals, youth and women to be hardest hit by ‘virus recession’

Economist criticises government stimulus package and says businesses will be forced to reduce their staff

ViewAustralia ‘can’t rely on Hollywood to Bollywood strategic alliance’

Concerns about Australia’s future in Asia will not be solved by other countries, says professor

ViewUniversities cancel events as Australia bans public gatherings

Government shuts down all non-essential gatherings of more than 500 people

ViewMacquarie signs research deal with India’s biggest IT company

Agreement will help postgrads gain ‘real-world experience’ through internships and scholarships

ViewCSU sponsors gender diversity celebrations in rural town

University wants to send ‘a clear message’ that it is an inclusive and welcoming organisation

ViewWomen ‘still face bias in academic research and teaching careers’

Researchers present ways of approaching assessments, course materials and case studies to support equality

ViewUniversity develops pineapple varieties to ‘transform industry’

ARC-funded project aims to prevent premature flowering caused by climate change

ViewFederal watchdog condemns ‘ruthless’ university culture

Institution told to reinstate lecturer who was sacked for ‘unsatisfactory performance’ related to publishing record

ViewSydney CRC aims to reduce emissions and reform energy grid

Government invests $68.5m in industry-led research effort to make clean energy more reliable and affordable