Depression a problem for medical students
Medical students are more likely to experience depression than the general population and perceive there is a stigma attached to mental illness – a new study shows.
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Sleep apnea sufferers risk accidents
Sufferers of untreated sleep apnea were 25 times more likely to be involved in a motor vehicle accident than the general population, according to Flinders researcher, Mr Andrew Vakulin.
Groundwater centre attracts worldwide attention
The National Centre for Groundwater Research and Training (NCGRT) has attracted the attention of researchers from around the world with the first advertising round generating a flood of applications for positions at the new Flinders centre.
Virtual reminders help with early dementia
A virtual reality tool, developed by Flinders University, is coming to the aid of older people with early onset dementia, improving their quality of life while giving their carers a little peace of mind.
Internship boosts accountant employability
Flinders Business School has devised a new Internship Program that will give international accounting graduates valuable workplace skills and knowledge.
Another romp for Captain Congo
Untroubled by mobile phones and airport queues, Captain Congo and his avian sidekick Pug are back in the thick of the action.
Dragan out of custody, but still in legal limbo
After more than three years of legal argument, the extradition case of ‘Captain Dragan’ – the Australian citizen facing war crimes charges in Croatia – is no closer to finality.
Early detection enhances lymphoedema treatment
Early detection of problems in the lymphatic system is the best way to prevent the discomfort and disfigurement that can result from lymphoedema, the swelling created by disruption to the body’s drainage system.
What is masculinity? Just ask the kids
A Flinders research project may offer some unique insights into the perennial nature versus nurture debate.