Peers can reduce repeat offending
A novel experiment in juvenile justice produces encouraging results, a Flinders University study reveals. In a new article in The British Journal of Criminology, the College […]
Taking a hard line on crime
Does our criminal justice system punish offenders harshly enough or do convicted criminals deserve tougher penalties? Should civil society turn a blind eye to abuses and […]
Resilience and trauma in the police force
A new book asks whether Post-Traumatic Stress is inevitable for first responders – and, if so, why is it often left to individuals to manage their […]
Sights set on curbing ‘crime guns’
A community or sub-culture encouraging young men’s exposure and obsession with guns – as well as ready access to firearms and drugs – can make gun […]
Co-offenders provide key to crime patterns
A large volume of criminal offending involves two or more individuals acting collaboratively – yet detailed analysis of co-offending is lacking to obtain more detailed and […]
Holocaust ‘tourism’ still a big drawcard
In 75 years since the liberation of Auschwitz, tourism is alive and growing at notorious Nazi death camps. In a new book studying the main Holocaust-themed […]
Formal education sets path to remain out of prison
Preventing prisoners from returning to jail can be greatly helped by inmates completing VET education and training studies during their incarceration. New research that supports this […]
World of tomb raiders catches international eye
Flinders student Liam McGeagh has received a high commendation in the international Undergraduate Awards for his research on fighting the burgeoning illicit antiquities trade. Enrolled in […]
From bugs to biochem – ARC grants tackle the big issues
Better production of clean biofuels, archaeology secrets of ancient Australia and insights from insect vision for road safety are among Flinders University research projects to receive federal ARC funding.