Australian researchers to develop video games for orangutans
Australian researchers are set to develop more customized video games for orangutans in the Melbourne Zoo to play with, following the success of the world's first interactive study which aimed to entertain and stimulate the animals.
Jul 19, 2016, 11:08 AM IST
Anti-malarial drug resistance can't be passed on by mosquitoes
In a breakthrough, a team of researchers has found that malaria parasites with a developed resistance to certain drugs cannot spread their resistance on.
Apr 15, 2016, 09:40 AM IST
Five submerged 'Apostles' discovered near Australian landmark
The cluster of stand-alone boulders, which stand approximately 30 to 40 metres tall, were nicknamed the Twelve Apostles in the 1920s, despite the fact that only nine were visible.
Mar 10, 2016, 10:09 AM IST
Humans responsible for record-breaking hot years since 1930s: Study
The researchers examined weather events that exceeded the range of natural variability and used climate modelling to compare those events to a world without human-induced greenhouse gases.
Mar 09, 2016, 14:16 PM IST
Height, weight are genetically linked, says Australian study
A new study has revealed genetic link between being tall and slim.
Sep 22, 2015, 14:04 PM IST
Poor diet, high BP leading causes of death worldwide
Poor diet, high blood pressure and smoking are the leading causes of death worldwide, while unsafe water and childhood undernutrition are also among the top risk factors in India.
Sep 11, 2015, 17:42 PM IST
