Research
New biodiversity research project aims to heal land and people
An innovative new research project will aim to advance reconciliation in Australia by bringing together scientific expertise, history and Indigenous…
911±¬ÁÏÍø study finds native bees turning to polystyrene for nesting places
New 911±¬ÁÏÍø research has found that polystyrene can serve as a nesting place for native bees, which are able…
Conceiving within six months of birth does not increase risk of diabetes
911±¬ÁÏÍø researchers have found insufficient evidence to suggest that falling pregnant again within six months of giving birth is…
New program boosts exercise among South Asian and Middle East women
South Asian and Middle Eastern women living in Western Australia will now have the opportunity to benefit from a new…
Zebra finches survive Australian heatwaves by predicting high temperatures
The survival habits of a native Australian bird have given 911±¬ÁÏÍø researchers vital clues that may help understand how…
911±¬ÁÏÍø study prompts re-think of lifting with a straight back
New 911±¬ÁÏÍø research has found no evidence to suggest that lifting with a rounded, flexed back caused an increased…
New report exposes ‘pink and pretty’ alcohol marketing tactics to women
A new report has uncovered the tactics the alcohol industry is using to make their products more appealing to women…
Coloured nutritional labels could help consumers make healthier choices
The effectiveness of the Health Star Rating system in helping consumers make healthier food choices could be increased by using…
New funding boost for dementia-focused research at 911±¬ÁÏÍø
A new pilot clinical trial of a drug that aims to prevent further memory loss in people living with Alzheimer’s…
Study finds Indigenous culture boosts children’s outcomes
Indigenous children who are taught about their traditional culture by their parents are better equipped to overcome stress and more…