Murdoch University
Western ringtail possums are feeling the heat
Extreme heat is forcing Western Australia’s critically endangered western ringtail possum (Ngwayir) to cut back on vital activity and feeding, new research shows.
Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
UWA key to critical minerals sector
The University of Western Australia is a key research partner in a new research centre bolstering Australia’s critical minerals refining sector.
Edith Cowan University
Shorter may be sweeter: ECU study finds 15-second health ads can curb junk food cravings
A new Edith Cowan University (ECU) study has found advertisements that encourage healthy choices can reduce cravings and intentions to consume unhealthy foods, and in some cases a 15-second message may be more effective than traditional 30-second commercials.
Murdoch University
Marine scientist combines disability support with ocean conservation
A marine scientist from Murdoch University is using his unique expertise to ensure people with disabilities have access to the ocean and its wellbeing benefits.
Murdoch University
Researcher finds method of detecting algal bloom toxins in seafood crustacean
Toxic algal blooms are of increasing concern in Australia.
Murdoch University
Keeping Noongar language alive: a family legacy
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages are the original voices of this land, carrying thousands of years of culture, identity and knowledge. Today, many of these languages are endangered, driving urgent efforts to revitalise them.
Edith Cowan University
ECU research to support sheep industry transition with Federal grant
A team of researchers from the School of Business and Law have been awarded a grant to support diversifying markets for the Australian sheep industry.
Edith Cowan University
Exhibition reveals the Hidden World of Huntington's disease
Researchers are hoping to shed some light on the Hidden World of Huntington's disease (HD) through an exhibition at the Spectrum Project Space to empower participants to share their lived experience of HD.
The University of Western Australia
UWA launches new nursing degree in response to health sector demand
The University of Western Australia has launched Australia’s first integrated four-year nursing degree – among a raft of UWA courses with an ATAR entry score adjusted to 70.
Murdoch University
So committed to sustainability, we let our students do the audit
Over the course of two days, a team of student auditors reviewed and ranked documentation, and conducted interviews with key people within the University’s ecosystem, including Vice Chancellor Professor Andrew Deeks.
Curtin University
Curtin delivers three Aboriginal doctors from Country to clinic
Curtin University has celebrated a powerful milestone this week with the graduation of three Aboriginal doctors, driven by a deep commitment to help Close the Gap and support rural and regional communities.
Edith Cowan University
The writing is on the wall — Are kids ditching pens for keyboards?
A nation-wide study of more than 500 Australian primary school students in Year 2 has revealed whether beginner writers' attitude and motivation towards both handwriting and keyboarding can be a major predictor of the quality of their writing.