Hormone may help fight against deadly cancer
A new Flinders University project will explore whether oestrogen can protect against, or halt the progression of, oesophageal cancer.
Perfectionism link with eating disorders
Targeting perfectionism may be of benefit in buffering young people against the development of eating disorders.
Inspiration to study comes on a bike
Flinders graduate Andrew Dallimore’s fundraising cycle ride from Adelaide to Melbourne will not only contribute to the welfare of animals overseas, but will also visit six rural schools along the way to spread the word about the benefits of continuing education.
Mindfulness to create calm in the classroom
Teachers need to learn how to be more “centered” when faced with a dilemma or challenging situation at school.
Exploring the power of acceptance
Accepting ones thoughts – whether good or bad – may be a key to preventing eating disorders, Flinders University psychology student Melissa Atkinson says.
Aboriginal art goes to Croatia and Serbia
Australian Studies senior lecturer Dr Christine Nicholls curated two exhibitions of Indigenous art, which she has escorted to eastern Europe to meet a new audience.
Palliative care pioneer is Australian Senior of the Year
Emeritus Professor Ian Maddocks, the first Chair of Palliative Care at Flinders, has been named The Australian Senior of the Year.
Meatworkers prone to violence, expert says
Meatworkers are more inclined to commit acts of violence, new research by Flinders University animal studies expert Dr Nik Taylor has found.
Historic heroines
The femme fetales depicted by Scottish novelist Sir Walter Scott are now the subject of a Flinders University medieval cultural study.