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Research has revealed that critically endangered dolphins in the waters of Melbourne and Gippsland are suffering from the highest concentrations of PFAS chemicals in the world. 

Australia is set to bolster the credibility of its agricultural and food product claims through the introduction of an innovative isotopic data platform developed by four prominent research organisations in the country.

Monash University has officially opened a new research hub that will facilitate research and commercialisation of 2D materials like graphene with a vast range of applications including in water treatment and manufacturing of batteries, coatings, paints, and sensors. 

Researchers from the University of Adelaide have received federal grants that will support two projects that will help develop a vaccine to protect poultry against salmonella and identify important plant compounds. 

The Department of Industry, Science, and Resources has launched the National Rail Procurement and Manufacturing Strategy, outlining initiatives that will help the nation achieve a more sustainable and globally competitive rail manufacturing sector. 

Researchers from the Centenary Institute and the University of Technology Sydney have revealed a surprising connection between the Toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) protein, typically recognised for its antiviral defense function, and the exacerbation of lung conditions, particularly chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

A recent study by Roy Morgan Research has revealed that 69 per cent of Australians have actively sought locally manufactured products in the past year, with an impressive 73 per cent expressing a willingness to pay more for Australian Made items as the festive season approaches.

Researchers at UNSW Sydney have pioneered eco-friendly, on-farm ammonia production, marking a transformative approach to fertiliser manufacturing with a significantly reduced carbon footprint.

Researchers have unveiled a novel technique that uses liquid metals that may potentially revolutionise the environmental impact of chemical manufacturing.

South Australia's defence research capabilities are set to receive a substantial boost through a collaboration between Flinders University and a prominent United States Navy research centre.