Edith Cowan University

Hide and seek: Uncovering new ways to detect hidden apps on smartphones

Research led by ECU has uncovered a modern solution to detect hidden vault apps, which could be a game-changer for law enforcement agencies.

Charles Darwin University

Early childhood educators bring welcome relief to regional workforce

The Northern Territory’s regional early childhood education workforce has received a significant boost with the graduation of 13 educators from a Charles Darwin University (CDU) TAFE intensive training program. 

Macquarie University

Gaming addiction starts in primary school as screen time soars: new research

A new study has found children as young as 10 show clinical-level gaming disorder, which researchers say could affect 100,000 Australian children, with a further 350,000 at risk of smartphone addiction.

Edith Cowan University

Could new technology save your daily cup of coffee?

New research from Edith Cowan University has identified a new and quicker method to detect infections in coffee berries, which has the potential to save coffee crops around the world.

Macquarie University

Cannabis extract shows promise as treatment for fungal infections

Macquarie researchers have found compounds derived from the cannabis plant can effectively combat fungal infections including athlete's foot and the deadly Cryptococcosis, raising hope for the development of new topical treatments.

Macquarie University

Study highlights barriers to care for older adults with hearing loss

Researchers have carried out in-depth interviews with a group of Australians aged 40 and over who use hearing aids, cochlear implants or both to learn more about their experiences with clinicians such as audiologists and GPs.

Macquarie University

Call for new approach to mental health care in people who also have epilepsy

Up to one in three adults and young people with epilepsy also have mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. A new set of recommendations aims to help neurologists offer a more integrated approach to care.

Macquarie University

About time: How to pull off a complex project without delays

Researchers at Macquarie Business School have found surprising reasons why project planners often make poor estimates of project timelines.

Macquarie University

How Australian small businesses can protect themselves in Trump’s trade war with China

Caught in the cross-fire of a global tariff crisis, home-grown businesses must now include geopolitical factors in their planning and partnerships, according to Macquarie Business School research.

Macquarie University

Calm in the storm: Study finds family firms are better at managing mergers

The unique social identity of family business owners smooths disruptions and produces stronger post-merger outcomes, especially for employees, according to new Macquarie Business School research.

Macquarie University

'Slopaganda' and its potential to upend elections on a knife edge

Is generative AI better at producing persuasive disinformation than humans? If so, how might this play out in election campaigns? In a new paper, Professor Mark Alfano explains the powerplay between propaganda and GenAI.

Macquarie University

How to conquer AI skills: a research-backed student guide

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how students learn and prepare for their careers. New research led by Macquarie Business School reveals the importance of becoming AI literate and why it should not be feared.