Device cracks milk protein
After gaining world attention by ‘unboiling’ egg protein, Flinders University scientists have now used an Australian-made novel thin film microfluidic device to manipulate Beta-lactoglobulin (β-lactoglobulin), the […]
Smooth sailing for bio-fouling research
Breakthrough experiments conducted at ASC’s deep submarine maintenance facility in Adelaide have demonstrated how electrically charged surface coatings can eliminate marine bio-fouling, or sea organism growth, […]
Restoring dryland areas vital for 2bn people
Restoration of degraded drylands is urgently needed to help mitigate climate change, reverse desertification and secure livelihoods for the two billion people who live there, experts […]
Sleep trial helps combat Covid-19 insomnia
Worried about Covid-19 & lockdowns so much you’re having trouble sleeping at night? Sleep researchers at Flinders University are testing the benefits of a wearable ring […]
Warning on pandemic cybercrime rates
A new study of almost 12,000 Australians has found one-third of the adult population has experienced pure cybercrime during their lifetime, with 14% reporting this disruption […]
Government help needed to boost health of SA
Campaigns to encourage healthy behaviour among South Australians are disjointed, ignore broader societal issues and need greater involvement from state government, a Flinders University review has […]
Over 80 not ‘over the hill’
Later life can be a rich and fulfilling time, particularly if there is social-community engagement and meaning to every day activity. “Some of the most interesting and challenging […]
Glaucoma test ‘best yet’
The latest investigation into a promising new genetic test for glaucoma – the leading cause of blindness worldwide – has found it has the ability to […]
University pathways engage military veterans
Australian universities increasingly recognise the unique qualities and needs of student veterans, and more can be done to facilitate this pathway back to civilian life, new […]