Sleep study takes fresh look at ‘lazy’ teens
Teenagers who can’t get up in the morning are just lazy, right? It’s a commonly held assumption, but not one shared by sleep researchers at Flinders University.
Act on existing research first, urges Professor Graeme Young
South Australian Scientist of the Year Professor Graeme Young is calling for more investment on the implementation of existing medical research findings and knowledge.
Bringing dental x-ray technology into the fast lane
Dental patients and practitioners could soon benefit from a faster and more user-friendly dental x-ray solution, thanks to Adelaide-based radiographer Don Chorley.
Building disability capacity in Indonesia
A program to build capacity to support people with disability in Indonesia has brought 25 Australia Award Fellows to Flinders University.
Global experts debate dodgy joint implants
International, interstate and local leaders in orthopaedics will converge on Flinders University Victoria Square this week to explore new ways to screen out poorly designed orthopaedic devices, including hip and knee replacements.
Positive result for new DNA blood test for bowel cancer
A team of Australian scientists has presented evidence that a new blood test for bowel cancer based on two genes that “leak” into the blood can detect 65 per cent of bowel cancer cases.
Health Sciences students recognised for academic success
School of Health Sciences students have been recognised for their academic excellence at this year’s Student Prize and Award Ceremony.
The Bloods take nutrition advice to heart
Flinders student Stephanie Walker’s advice on hydration and nutrition to West Adelaide Football Club went down so well that they’ve kept her on for more.
Indonesian student shares story of cultural awakening
When Ahmad Hasyim came to Flinders University to study for a Master’s degree in nursing, he expected to learn about many new things. His own culture, however, wasn’t one of them.