The University of Melbourne
Space research helps find targets for early Alzheimer’s test
Methods used to study asteroids and planets could be used in a new blood test for Alzheimer’s disease – potentially before clinical symptoms develop
Metropolitan
Charles Sturt University
Ancient genomes reveal more than two thousand years of dingo population structure
A leading Charles Sturt University researcher co-led a multi-discipline team investigating the origins of dingoes, when they arrived in Australia, and how they changed over nearly three thousand years.
Charles Darwin University
Paper reveals how much influence global powers have on the economy
The study by Charles Darwin University (CDU) and Griffith University revealed how rich and powerful nations influence the policies of less powerful economies by exploring the correlation between the Global Power Index (GPI) and relative stock market performance and integration.
Macquarie University
Pay win - will it be enough to stem the exodus of early childhood workers?
Opinion: After decades of advocacy by unions, stakeholders and academics to recognise the complex skill set needed by early childhood educators, workers will take home more money from December 2024. But early education researcher Dr Tamara Cumming says a wage rise is only part of the solution.
Charles Sturt University
Safer without it? Should army medics wear the Red Cross?
Charles Sturt University research into the wearing of the Red Cross brassard by members of the Australian military show they believe it makes them vulnerable to attack and that they believe themselves to be safer without it.
Macquarie University
How genetically modified flies can reduce waste and keep it out of landfills
Black soldier flies which are currently commercially used to consume organic waste will now be able to tackle a wider variety of refuse thanks to genetic modifications devised by Macquarie University bioscientists.
Macquarie University
Scales in the suburbs: 10 years of wildlife rescues reveal Sydneysiders’ reptile relationships
As spring signals an increase in reptile activity, an extensive exploration of 10 years of wildlife rescue data by scientists at Macquarie University reveals the complex interactions between humans and reptiles in Sydney’s urban landscape.
Macquarie University
Why subtle changes in memory and thinking should not be dismissed
Underdiagnosis and social isolation may contribute to many older Australians missing out on medical care, new Macquarie University research shows.
Macquarie University
Combining two common medications may pave the way for a new dementia treatment
A world-first clinical trial is combining a commonly used antibiotic and a cough medicine to fight some of the processes that cause a common form of dementia.
The University of Melbourne
Flood-proofing cities by using digital twins in urban design
Dr Langenheim explores the use of data and new technologies for streetscape and green infrastructure design decision making.
University of New England
New disaster preparedness model for rural communities
A disaster preparedness model developed by the University of New England (UNE) has proven so successful it will be rolled out across NSW, South Australia and Western Australia over the next five years.
Charles Sturt University
Revolutionising aged care through collaborative research
The project uses sensor technology and predictive analytics for early detection of anomalies in activities of daily living for older adults.