Study exposes risks of skin cancer in elite swimmers
Only a small proportion of elite swimmers regularly checked their skin for signs of cancer despite being at increased risk,…
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Exercise can help slow cognitive decline
University of Queensland research has found exercise can help prevent or slow cognitive decline during ageing. A team led by…
Lab-Grown Mini Organs to Speed Up Disease Treatments
Miniature, lab-created human organs to fast-track new disease treatments: Creating tiny, laboratory grown organs is one of the latest developments…
New super-pure silicon chip opens path to powerful quantum computers
New super-pure silicon chip opens path to powerful quantum computers: Researchers at the Universities of Melbourne and Manchester have invented…
$8 million awarded to predict genetic disease risk
$8 million awarded to predict genetic disease risk: Landmark genetic research could allow doctors to accurately predict whether a patient…
New Guidelines for Early Menopause Diagnosis & Care
New guidelines for early menopause diagnosis and management. University of Queensland research has led to the development of a practical framework…
Gen Z’s climate anxiety is real
Gen Z’s climate anxiety is real and needs action — for everyone’s wellbeing: New Curtin University research has shown Australian…
ANPA warn of ‘Inklings’ Program’s Risks to Babies
Australian Neurodivergent Parents Association (ANPA) raise alarm around ‘Inklings’ program and risk of significant long-term harm to babies. The Australian…
STEM pathways for Indigenous students
Return to Country Program pioneers new approach to unlocking STEM pathways for Indigenous students. The University of Melbourne Faculty of…
Effort to cure corneal blindness globally welcomes $35 million support
University of Melbourne researchers addressing the global challenge of corneal blindness – caused by disorders that damage and scar the…