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Nature at risk in the hunt for the perfect selfie
The need for a dramatic selfie or the perfect landscape photo is proving detrimental to nature, a new research collaboration has found.
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Researchers taking a closer look at eye cancer
New research from ECU is one step closer to understanding why uveal melanoma, the deadliest form of eye cancer, has such a high rate of metastasis.
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ECU virtual reality used in Special Operations training
The project, dubbed ParaVerse, provides advanced parachute training amongst Australian Special Forces soldiers using a highly portable solution requiring only a laptop and immersive VR headset and hand-held controls.
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Citizen Wellbeing Scientist Project: A new approach to understanding self-care
ECU has launched a new research project inviting individuals to become "Citizen Wellbeing Scientists" and contribute to a growing understanding of healthy lifestyle practices by documenting their daily self-care.
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A new tool for boosting empathy in healthcare
When healthcare workers have higher levels of empathy and compassion it improves the quality of patient care and decreases the likelihood of practitioner burnout.
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Grant for groundbreaking research into tragic issue of domestic, family and sexual violence
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is proud to announce that Associate Professor Jocelyn Jones has been awarded a significant grant from Australia's National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety Limited (ANROWS).
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ECU Racing takes the win in the UK
Racers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have outperformed 55 other Universities from across Europe to take the top spot at Formula Student 2024, in the UK.
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ECU uses AI to help address aggression in the ED
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been integrated into an immersive virtual-reality-enhanced computer simulation program developed by researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) to train frontline healthcare workers in de-escalating aggression in patients.
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Research brings into question prosecution of foreign fighters in Russia
New Edith Cowan University (ECU) research has questioned the legality of Russia's decision to label and prosecute foreign fighters that have been enlisted into the Ukrainian International Legion of Territorial Defence (ILTG), as mercenaries.
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Hypnotherapy offering real benefits for patient care
Hypnotherapy could offer a host of benefits to cancer patients, however a recent study from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has highlighted the need for more education in the area.
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Risky drinkers most at risk: Ads from sports broadcasts significantly increase alcohol urges
New ECU research shows exposure to alcohol advertisements during national sports broadcasts, particularly those that feature a preferred beverage, significantly increases cravings in people with risky drinking behaviours.
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Burning commitment to supporting mob
The ECU community is proud to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024 - 'Keep the fire burning! Blak, loud and proud' – as a time to reflect on our First Nations history and share stories that honour the history, culture, resilience and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.