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This week: environmental CRCs, nuclear science, brain imaging and the chief scientist’s reappointment
In depth: Two controversial animal research practices are to be severely restricted in Australia under a ruling from the National Health and Medical Research Council.
Full story: Forced swim test and smoke inhalation lose funding