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Scientists are trying to resurrect the Tasmanian tiger. So when did the last one die and what about all those sightings?

Partners in a new science venture say a living baby Tasmanian tiger might be as little as 10 years away. But before we start seeing them in fenced-off areas of the wilderness, let's take a look at what led to its extinction in the first place.

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Mission to bring back Tasmanian tiger takes a star turn with Hemsworths’ investment

Nearly 100 years after its extinction, scientists say thylacines may once live again, after a ‘‘giant leap’’ in a project to resurrect the Tasmanian tiger.

The New Daily

Tasmanian tiger babies could be a reality 'within 10 years', Melbourne University team says after partnering with US firm Colossal

An Australian team say a new partnership with a US-based tech company has given their hopes of a successful "de-extinction" of thylacines a "giant leap" — and that their goal of seeing a Tasmanian tiger in the wild could happen "within 10 years".

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De-extinction: scientists are planning the multimillion-dollar resurrection of the Tasmanian tiger

University of Melbourne partners with US biotech company to plan genetic restoration of the thylacine

The Guardian - AU

Melbourne university in court over casuals

The Fair Work Ombudsman is taking the University of Melbourne to the Federal Court, alleging it coerced and took adverse action against two casual academics.

AAP

Australia report reveals ‘shocking’ decline in environment

The long-awaited 2021 State of the Environment Report finds problems from biodiversity and habitat loss to pollution.

Al Jazeera

City of Melbourne unleashes herd of goats in Royal Park to revitalise White's skink habitat

The City of Melbourne has unleashed a herd of goats in Royal Park to help revitalise the environment of the White's skink.

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Male infertility is more common than we think. Clinton says more men need to talk about it

Research has shown links between quality of sperm and male morbidity and mortality. It's another reason why men should be talking about fertility issues more often.

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From high-rise towers to underwater cities of the dead – what is the future of Australian cemeteries?

Australia's annual number of deaths will more than double by 2050, meaning our cities will have to embrace dramatic shifts in the way we deal with the dead.

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Low iron is a health risk made worse by COVID-19. How to get more without supplements

Getting sufficient iron sounds like simple maths: We want to add enough to our dietary intake to make up for the iron being lost. But it's not that simple.

The New Daily

Research reveals fire is pushing 88% of Australia's threatened land mammals closer to extinction

About 100 of Australia’s unique land mammals face extinction. Of the many threats contributing to the crisis, certain fire regimes are among the most pervasive.

The Conversation

Special Report: Climate-smart food

Climate change is taking a tremendous toll on the world’s food systems, leading scientists to rethink how we feed ourselves.

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Why is petrol so expensive in Australia? And when will petrol costs go down?

Dreaming of taking a long drive this weekend? Even with the government halving the fuel excise to 22 cents a litre, petrol prices are still high. So what's going on?

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Aboriginal pedestrians dying at a troubling rate in the NT

Families call for change following tragic death of Kumanjayi Napurrula Dixon, discovered when one of her legs was found near the highway

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The Conversation

Online and in-person exams both have problems – that's now clear. Unis have a window of opportunity to do better

The pandemic pushed universities to launch or accelerate plans for delivering examinations online. These forced transitions have often been painful, involving stress and burnout. Exams have been a big pain point.

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New confidential helpline 'Stop It Now! Australia' aims to prevent child sexual abuse

From late August, adults who are worried about their sexual thoughts or behaviours involving children will be able to contact 'Stop it Now! Australia', a confidential phone and online service aimed at preventing child sexual abuse.

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Koalas grazing near Portland Aluminium smelter suffering bone, tooth defects from fluoride exposure

A study commissioned by American aluminium giant Alcoa shows koalas living in close proximity to a smelter in Victoria's south-west are suffering from a condition caused by fluoride poisoning, with many needing to be euthanased.

The Conversation

Albanese appoints former University of Melbourne vice-chancellor Glyn Davis to head PM&C

Anthony Albanese is bringing in an outsider, former University of Melbourne vice-chancellor Glyn Davis to head his Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.

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Plenty of jobs but gender stereotypes and low pay can hold men back from careers in aged care

The aged care sector's low pay stops men from doing the work. But experts say without them there won't be enough staff to take care of our ageing population.

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Racial controversy around plant genetics conference puts Australian scientists 'on notice'

Controversy over racial representation at an international science conference planned for Cairns has put the spotlight on how Australia deals with cultural diversity in science.

Daily Mirror

Mouse-sized marsupial could hold key to bringing Tasmanian tiger back from extinction

Scientists at the University of Melbourne, Australia, hope a tiny marsupial could be the key to bringing back the thylacine or Tasmanian Tiger back from the dead

The Hindu

A Harvard branch in India, prospects and challenges

It will be worthwhile for policymakers to look at the experience of other countries for positive and negative lessons

Inverse

The world's most vital forests are dying at twice the rate they did 35 years ago — study

Evidence shows that tree mortality has doubled in the last 35 years in Australian tropical forests, which could result in forests becoming carbon sources one day.

WEKU

40 years ago, the Falkland-Malvinas War transformed Latin rock

When English-language music was banned in 1982, Spanish-language groups found an opportunity.

The Conversation

Why award honorary doctorates, and what do the choices say about our universities?

Universities like to associate themselves with exceptional individuals through the awarding of honorary doctorates, but this practice has often attracted controversy, creating headaches for university administrators.

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