Orthopaedic implants aim to last longer
A pioneering liquid metal combination is shaping up as a potential secret weapon in the global fight against antimicrobial resistance, and promises to outlast existing implant […]
VR can help children communicate
Communication problems can hold back childhood development, with a range of interventions available to assist with social communication disorders. In a new research review, Flinders University […]
Tiny worms reveal big secrets about memory
In a discovery that could reshape how we think about memory, researchers at Flinders University have found that forgetting is not just a glitch in the […]
Drinking through the generations
Younger generations are turning away from alcohol at unprecedented rates, with Generation Z driving a cultural shift that could reshape Australia’s drinking landscape and deliver major […]
Curiosity killed the trigger warning
For the first time, a new study has tested the effectiveness of trigger warnings in real life scenarios, revealing that the vast majority of young adults […]
Spring forward with Daylight Saving tips
As many Australians prepare to move their clocks forward one hour on Sunday, 5 October, sleep experts are offering timely advice to help ease the transition […]
Supercharging vinegar’s wound healing power
A new study suggests adding microscopic particles to vinegar can make them more effective against dangerous bacterial infections, with hopes the combination could help combat antibiotic […]
Reducing risk of eating disorders
Weight-related peer teasing is a strong predictor of disordered eating behaviours in adolescents, particularly those at higher genetic risk, new research shows. Focusing on teenagers, the […]
Wetsuits tested for shark bite resistance
Australian shark experts have tested four bite-resistant materials to assess their ability to reduce injuries and blood loss. While internal and crushing injuries may still occur, […]