Flinders in world’s top 400 universities
Flinders University is among the top 400 universities in the world, according to the prestigious 2014 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
Research
Knowledgebase decodes daunting alcohol datasets
Health practitioners, policy makers and the general public have a valuable new tool to help tackle alcohol related issues in their communities thanks to the National Centre for Education and Training in Addiction.
Flinders strengthens international ties
Flinders has strengthened its relationship with key institutions in Malaysia and Vietnam through the singing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) that allow for research collaborations, staff and student exchanges, and short courses.
New test to better detect sleep ‘nightmare’
Flinders University sleep experts Dr Richard Weeks and Associate Professor Peter Catcheside have developed a new system to better detect a sleep “nightmare”.
Flinders staff recognised for science excellence
Flinders University staff Dr Daniel Tune and Karen Burke da Silva have been recognised for their contributions to science in this year’s South Australian Science Excellence Awards.
From Inkan ceramics to Phoenician shipwrecks
Ancient ceramic artefacts from the famous Inkan Empire are among a collection of pottery that will be analysed by a team of Flinders University archaeologists and collaborating researchers.
Big benefits from new piggery waste treatment
Flinders University’s new integrated waste treatment and algae growing system at Roseworthy Piggery, north of Adelaide, aims to make pork production more sustainable and eco-friendly.
Some starchy foods may reduce cancer risk
A type of starch found in bananas, potatoes, whole grains and beans could help offset the cancer-associated consequences of a high red meat diet, new research from Flinders University shows.
Mass events must leave a legacy
Event organisers must learn from previous failures and feats when preparing for future mass gatherings, international disaster expert Dr Maurizio Barbeschi says.