From the soil: Microbes on your mind
Flinders University experts are exploring evidence that microbes in the soil and the environments around us can affect human microbiota and the ‘gut-brain axis,’ potentially shaping […]
ARC grants to expand discovery
Ten Flinders University research groups have been awarded more than $6.7 million in Australian Research Council Discovery Projects grants. The latest Australian Government ARC grants led […]
ARC funding for new land and social models
Grand visions for broad social reform and ecosystem research efforts will get underway in 2025, with timely funding from the Australian Research Council Linkage Projects scheme. […]
Good sounds for saving soil
Music and noise can evoke many responses in humans. Now Flinders University scientists are using soundwaves in soil to aid ecosystem recovery. In their latest study, […]
Underground ‘rave’ a sign soil is happy
Barely audible to human ears, healthy soils produce a cacophony of sounds in many forms – a bit like an underground rave concert of bubbles and […]
Taking the measure of a ‘healthy’ microbiome
Focusing on four common diseases – diabetes, heart disease, depression and bowel cancer – new Flinders University research provides insights into the importance of a healthy […]
New directions in planning
Machine learning models for more sustainable and affordable housing in regional areas, assessing bushfire risk as well as consideration for disability, biodiversity and also a place […]
Acoustic juice for soil recovery
Humans are energised by dance music and now new Flinders University research has recorded rapid acceleration in soil fungi growth when sounds are played in a […]
Air quality under the microscope
With air pollution and airborne contaminants emerging as leading causes of illness and death, ecologists are calling for closer examination of the ‘invisible friends’ which live […]