Investigating boys’ sleeping patterns before their teenage years
The time it takes for Australian boys to fall asleep remains the same between 10 and 12 years of age, according to new Flinders University research. […]
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How an ancient virus is implicated in MND
A new cutting-edge project under the leadership of FHMRI researcher Associate Professor Mary-Louise Rogers will test if an ancient virus may cause Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and, whether […]
Alumnus John Hood appointed Chancellor
Respected South Australian business leader and Flinders alumnus Mr John Hood has been named Flinders University’s seventh Chancellor. Deputy Chancellor of the Flinders University Council Mr […]
Deep dive into the microbial life of sharks
Loss of habitat and human activities such as fishing and shipping pose a grave threat to wildlife but diseases driven by the smallest organisms in the […]
Flinders lights up the city
Flinders University has lit-up the city of Adelaide, with the installation of the sky sign atop our brand new vertical campus in Festival Plaza, officially marking […]
Sensory overload? On-campus quiet spaces pop-up
For people that experience “sensory overload” having access to quiet and low-lit spaces provides a circuit breaker allowing them to recharge. For others, the opportunity to […]
The real cost of serving for your country
There is an urgent need for cultural reform within the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to address their systemic failures and misconduct, and for the Department of […]
Virtual reality exercise for people with intellectual disabilities
Researchers are using virtual reality (VR) to encourage South Australians with an intellectual disability to undertake regular physical exercise through a high-tech gaming program that builds […]
Better mental health for young refugees
More than 17,000 refugees are estimated to resettle in Australia this year, and among them will be significant numbers of young people who bring a range […]