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federal research centre

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

March 19, 2026

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el

health

Better Sleep for Busy Students: A Simple Guide

March 19, 2026

Most college students juggle classes, research, and part-time jobs, leaving little time for rest. A recent study looked at how teaching students about sleep habits could change their routines and improve their rest. The focus was on graduate nursing students, who often face long hours and high stres

technology

Can AI really help your pet beat cancer?

March 19, 2026

In 2024, a Sydney tech founder whose dog had cancer turned to AI for answers after vets said nothing more could be done. Paul Conyngham, who has no medical background, used ChatGPT to research treatment options. The chatbot suggested immunotherapy and led him to experts at the University of New Sout

environment

The Hidden Battles to Restore Nature Before It’s Too Late

March 19, 2026

Scientists working behind the scenes aren’t waiting for politicians to act—they’re already using clever tricks to fix Earth’s big problems. One big issue they’re tackling is dirt. By 2050, some places might run out of healthy soil, which is like losing the foundation for growing food. Instead of jus

health

Reductions in Pain Pills After Tiny Spine Surgeries

March 18, 2026

A new study followed 217 people who had never taken pain pills before and were getting spine surgery between August 2023 and December 2024. The researchers divided the patients into groups based on how the surgery was done: a big open cut, a small tubular approach, or a very tiny endoscopic method.

education

Learning to Care After Trauma: A Fresh Look at Training

March 18, 2026

In a recent study, nine health, social and education workers were asked about their new knowledge of trauma‑informed care (TIC) after attending a training session. The researchers used a well‑known behavior change model to analyse the interviews, looking at what people could do, had the chance to do

finance

Fed Keeps Rates Still While Oil Prices Spike

March 18, 2026

The Federal Reserve is likely to leave interest rates unchanged, even as oil prices jump past $100 a barrel. This decision comes after years of political pressure on the Fed, with some politicians calling for lower rates and even threatening to replace the chair. In recent legal battles, a jud

science

Improved Tool Lets Scientists Watch GABA in the Brain

March 18, 2026

Scientists have created a better way to see the brain chemical GABA. The new sensor, called iGABASnFR2, is brighter and faster than the first version. It can change its glow quickly when GABA appears, so researchers see signals more clearly. The team made many tiny changes to the protein.

politics

Trump temporarily lifts ship rule to keep oil flowing

March 18, 2026

President Trump has announced a 60‑day pause on the Jones Act, an old law that requires U. S. ships and crews for domestic cargo moves. The waiver is aimed at speeding the flow of oil, gas, fertilizer and coal into American ports while military operations in the Middle East continue. The move comes

sports

Massage Power: How the Menstrual Cycle Shapes Recovery in Female Fighters

March 18, 2026

Research on thirty‑three female combat athletes shows that the timing of a woman’s cycle can tweak how well her body heals after hard training. The study split participants into three camps: one received dry massage, another ice massage, and the last had no treatment. All athletes performed a tough