New hope for early diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s
Flinders University researchers have discovered that a protein in the brain may play a role in the development of Parkinson’s disease.
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Exploring SA’s unspoiled sand dunes
New Strategic Professor of Coastal Studies says there’s no place he’d rather continue his 30-year career into sand dune dynamics, morphology and evolution than in South Australia.
Italy-China relations through the lens
The relationship between China and Italy, told through the eyes of Italian filmmakers, is the focus of a new Flinders University PhD project.
What are festivals really worth?
The true value of the 2013 Adelaide Festival to the community and the state will be studied by a team of international experts led by Flinders University.
Flinders applauds early career researchers
Specialists in sleep medicine, eating disorders, tourism and coastal hydrogeology are among the recipients of Flinders University’s 2012 Vice-Chancellor’s Awards for Early Career Researchers.
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.
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.