Griffith University
Ice Age origins of one of humanity’s oldest drug habits
A team of Griffith University archaeologists has uncovered evidence that humans were using mind-altering substances much earlier in time than previously supposed.
Neha Attre
Griffith University
Teenage Kicks: Why Australian youth culture must be preserved
From the rock ‘n’ roll and punk scenes, milk bars and schoolies, surfies, skaters, ravers and the modern-day Eshay, generations of young Australians have been creating culture, but much of it risks disappearing from the historical record.
The University of Western Australia
Scientists target gum disease with virus
Scientists have shown that a naturally occurring virus can dismantle complex bacterial communities responsible for severe gum disease, offering a potential alternative to traditional antibiotics.
The University of Western Australia
ORCHID: Healthy mums, healthy bubs
Australia has seen diagnoses of gestational diabetes (hyperglycaemia in pregnancy) rise over the past decade, with almost one in five women now affected during pregnancy.
University of Wollongong
190,000-year-old cave reveals how ancient human species lived and adapted
UOW researcher’s dating work helps to establish the timeline behind one of the longest records of Denisovan occupation
University of Wollongong
New guide calls for a sports bra in every girl's sports kit
Backed by 25 years of evidence, UOW researcher says a well-fitted sports bra should be standard equipment for girls playing sport
University of Wollongong
Drones, satellites and AI help scientists watch over Antarctica’s smallest lifeforms
New GeoAI system allows for the first large-scale, long-term monitoring of vegetation in one of world’s most remote environments
Charles Darwin University
Leading scientist recognised for lifetime of dedication to Australian biodiversity and conservation
One of the nation’s most distinguished experts in Australian biodiversity and conservation will be celebrated in an upcoming Charles Darwin University (CDU) graduation ceremony.
Charles Darwin University
Why a student club was the cherry on top of graduate's university experience
Connecting with social groups during Stella Wingti's time at Charles Darwin University (CDU) marked the difference between being just another student and being a member of a vibrant community.
Charles Darwin University
New livestream brings remote Australian arid zone waterhole to the world
A new livestream from a remote waterhole in the Northern Territory is giving people around the world the opportunity to observe wildlife in real time.
University of Wollongong
Team of cancer imaging technology researchers standing together $1.26M funding moves UOW cancer imaging research closer to clinical trials
World-first quantum photon imaging technology could help doctors see tumours more clearly during treatment
Charles Darwin University
Federal funding for Country-based health and climate resilience
A new research collaboration to support and strengthen Country-based health and climate resilience has received $3 million in funding through the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)’s Centres of Research Excellence (CRE) scheme.