Recent news in Science and Engineering

Hammerhead sharks use 'side-stroke'
Tue, 2 Aug 2016
A new study by an international team of researchers has discovered that great hammerhead sharks spend a large amount of time swimming rolled onto their side, because it’s a more efficient way to travel than traditional upright swimming.

Conservation scientists help fish catch a break
Fri, 29 Jul 2016
Underneath the waves of Palikir Pass, one of the world’s top surf breaks in the Pacific Ocean, lies a new safe zone which aims to ensure the survival of local fisheries and the species that are caught in Pohnpei, Micronesia.

Drug residues brought to light
Wed, 27 Jul 2016
James Cook University scientists have warned that residues from the medicines we take are increasingly finding their way into our drinking water.

Less fertiliser good news for the reef
Tue, 26 Jul 2016
James Cook University researchers have shown a way to potentially halve the amount of fertiliser dairy farmers use while maintaining pasture yields, providing improved protection for the Great Barrier Reef.

Students learn ‘on the job’ at Glencore
Wed, 13 Jul 2016
James Cook University IT students are gaining hands-on work experience at one of Australia’s largest mining companies.

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