Charles Sturt University
Research connects student learning with community experiences
Research projects continue to emerge from the hundreds of health checks Charles Sturt paramedicine students have conducted at the Henty Machinery Field Days.
New South Wales
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.
Charles Sturt University
Research uncovers hidden parasite threat in Australian game meat
This study not only sheds light on a previously unrecognised risk but also underscores the value of rigorous research and vigilant food safety practices in protecting public health.
Macquarie University
Scientists condition crocodiles to avoid killer cane toads
Scientists from Macquarie University working with Bunuba Indigenous rangers and the DBCA in Western Australia have trialled a new way to protect freshwater crocodiles from eating deadly cane toads which are spreading across northern Australia.
Macquarie University
Ants navigate the night by moonlight: discovery
Macquarie University researchers have discovered Australian bull ants use the moon’s light to navigate at night, revealing new insights into nocturnal animal behaviour.
Macquarie University
Dreams on hold: Home ownership a long-term goal for young Australians
New research shows some young adults are delaying or even forgoing the idea of owning a home to avoid debt, pursue other goals and enjoy their lives.
Macquarie University
Widespread risk screening could slash dementia cases
Treating common health problems and controlling for lifestyle risks could help Australia cut rising dementia rates by as much as 45 per cent. So why aren’t we screening older people and helping them make the necessary changes?
Macquarie University
Using his voice: How Macquarie media graduate is living the dream on regional radio
While studying for his degree, Alex volunteered at local community radio stations, which not only gave him real world work experience, but led to his first paid role.
Charles Sturt University
New parasite research may solve the mystery of why pilot whales strand on beaches
A chance find in a museum in Tasmania by Charles Sturt University researchers has led to the discovery of rare parasites found in the blowhole of pilot whales which might solve the mystery of why whales beach themselves.
Southern Cross University
Mapping world's fungi from air samples: Southern Cross Uni joins global effort
A global study has found the key to mapping biodiversity has been staring us in the face the whole time: in the surrounding air.
Macquarie University
Walking to combat back pain: world-first study shows dramatic improvement
Adults with a history of low back pain lasted nearly twice as long without a recurrence if they walked regularly, a world-first study has found.