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Atheists have a soft spot for God, new study shows
A new study of secular societies explores the influence that religion has on non-believers. Co-author Dr Robert Ross explains this deep-seated ‘belief in belief’.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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'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.
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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.
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Why biology could be the future of computing and engineering
A new paper from Macquarie University scientists outlines how engineered biological systems could solve limitations in traditional computing, as international competition accelerates development of 'semisynbio' technologies.
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Eureka! The global warming maths problem that took 15 years to solve
In solving the complex maths to calculate how irregular atmospheric particles affect global warming, a Macquarie University mathematician has built equations that could improve climate modelling, medical imaging and material design.