Question 1

What is the name of the new AI supercomputer launched by Monash University to accelerate research in areas like cancer and infectious diseases?

Accepted Answer

MAVERIC

Question 2

Which Australian university is collaborating with the Republic of Korea to develop AI and machine learning technologies for onboard LEO satellites?

Accepted Answer

Macquarie University

Question 3

The Australian Space Summit & Exhibition is scheduled to take place in Sydney on which dates in June 2026?

Accepted Answer

June 17-18

Question 4

What is a key focus of the new National Health and Medical Research Strategy 2026–2036 for Australia?

Accepted Answer

Strengthening the health and medical research workforce and accelerating new treatments

Question 5

Researchers at UNSW Sydney are leading a trial called RESTORE to investigate treatments for which condition in post-menopausal women?

Accepted Answer

Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction (CMD)

Question 6

What significant space mission, launched in April 2026, did Australian facilities support with tracking and communications?

Accepted Answer

Artemis II

Question 7

A landmark study, co-led by WEHI, identified a blood signature that can predict the risk of which type of cancer years before diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Lung Cancer

Question 8

Which Australian telescope played a crucial role in producing the largest and most detailed maps ever made of the universe's magnetic fields?

Accepted Answer

ASKAP (Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder)

Question 9

Researchers are concerned that South Australia's booming koala population may be heading towards what environmental issue?

Accepted Answer

Mass starvation due to overpopulation

Question 10

What is the primary goal of the 2026 Research Translation Grant for Australian dementia researchers?

Accepted Answer

To transform evidence-based research into practical improvements in dementia care and support

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