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Torres Strait students inspire the next generation through JCU

James Cook University students have returned to their Torres Strait roots to inspire the next generation of regional and First Nations students to consider higher education pathways.

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AI set to reshape Indigenous Ranger education

James Cook University senior leadership are ready to revolutionise the delivery of degree programs in remote communities, using AI to accelerate the integration of western and traditional knowledge systems.

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JCU’s Indigenous Education and Research Centre celebrates a decade of impact

James Cook University’s Indigenous Education and Research Centre (IERC) has celebrated 10 years of supporting Indigenous student success, reshaping curriculum, and building nationally recognised Indigenous-led research.

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Breakthrough to combat microplastics

James Cook University researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough that allows them to convert microplastics to a highly valuable material.

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New skink a second unique species for Scawfell Island

A James Cook University biologist has discovered a new species of lizard on Scawfell Island, a remote island 50km east of Mackay in north Queensland.

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Unlocking Spirulina secrets to supercharge vaccines

JCU researchers have found particles in popular ‘superfood’ Spirulina that could lead to lead to huge advancements in vaccine production and effectiveness.

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Vaccine effort targets hookworm larvae

James Cook University researchers will target proteins secreted by hookworm larvae as part of an international effort to develop a game-changing vaccine against the notorious parasite.

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Major New Indigenous Histories and Futures Centre launched at JCU

A major new national research centre which aims to set new standards for research and management of Land and Sea Country across Australia is set to be launched in Cairns.

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Swimmers to be safer thanks to ‘CSI-like’ investigations into box jellyfish movements

Ground-breaking work by a James Cook University researcher could soon keep swimmers safer, thanks to a revolutionary technology that can track one of the world’s most venomous animals, the Australian box Jellyfish.

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Weed sprayer a game-changer for farmers

Cane farmers could dramatically reduce herbicide costs and Reef run-off thanks to an innovative new crop sprayer project led by James Cook University.

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Elusive skink found in Queensland after 42 years

A rare lizard that has eluded scientists for more than 40 years has been found living in north-east Queensland.

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Indigenous fire management started 11,000 years ago

James Cook University researchers have discovered Indigenous fire management in northern Australia was being practiced at least 11,000 years ago – and it has implications for fire management practices today.