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Gaming the News: How Interactive Journalism Is Changing How We Tell Stories to the Next Gen

Journalists have long used newspapers, radio, television, magazines and, more recently, the internet to inform the public. But what if there’s a richer and more compelling way to share and address real world issues? University of South Australia's...
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Social Media Likes and Comments Linked to Young Men’s Obsession with Perfect Pecs and a Six-Pack

Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram are fuelling unrealistic, unhealthy obsessions with a lean and muscular physique among many young men, according to a new Australian study.
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Meal Timing May Be Crucial for Night Shift Workers’ Health

A new Australian study published in Diabetologia this week has found that overnight eating may be putting night shift workers at higher risk of chronic health conditions.
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Youth with Chronic Childhood Arthritis Empowered to Overcome Barriers

A new intervention to help young people with chronic childhood arthritis overcome barriers to physical activity and mental wellbeing will be developed by University of South Australia researchers.
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Robotics revolution: UniSA sparks STEM passion for future teachers

Cheers of excitement, high-fives all around, and wide, beaming smiles – they’re all the signs of a team success. But this is not a sporting field – this is the camaraderie found among the next generation of teachers learning the very latest,...
25-Oct-2024 12:20 AM EDT Add to Favorites

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Feeling Sleepy and Worried About Your Mental Alertness?

Researchers from the University of South Australia have identified a new, brain-based measure of sleepiness that may provide a diagnosis in just two minutes.
16-Oct-2024 12:50 AM EDT Add to Favorites

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Energy-Thirsty Indoor Vertical Gardens Ripe for Improvement

Indoor vertical gardens are gaining popularity among homeowners and restaurants, allowing them to grow microgreens year-round, but new research has identified a major drawback: their demands on energy.
15-Oct-2024 6:40 PM EDT Add to Favorites

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The New Fashion: Clothes That Help Combat Rising Temperatures

A team of international researchers has developed a natural fabric that urban residents could wear to counter rising temperatures in cities worldwide, caused by buildings, asphalt, and concrete.
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Next gen teachers take insider tips from practicing professionals

They’re the tips and tricks usually learnt on the job, but thanks to a new reading initiative, pre-service teachers at the University of South Australia are gaining valuable insights about how to build students’ reading and literacy skills from...
15-Sep-2024 8:05 PM EDT

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Weight loss? ‘Nuting’ to worry about with almonds

When it comes to weight loss, nuts can get a bad rap – while they’re high in protein, they’re also high in fats, and this often deters those looking to shed a few kilos. But new research from the University of South Australia shows that you...
18-Sep-2023 5:30 PM EDT

Labour laws need updating now remote work is here to stay

Australia’s employment laws and regulations must be updated to reflect the changing nature of work, with many people continuing to work from home long after the COVID-19 pandemic.
7-Sep-2023 8:05 PM EDT

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Sentencing child sex abusers: When the victim becomes the offender

When a ‘victim-offender’ is sentenced in court, a University of South Australia researcher is recommending judges acknowledge the offender’s early trauma, in conjunction with the consequences for the crime, in their sentencing comments.
30-May-2023 3:05 AM EDT

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Lived experience: the way forward for Australia’s mental health system

Changes to Australia’s mental health and suicide prevention system must be underpinned by lived experience to ensure appropriate care, say experts at the University of South Australia.
17-May-2023 1:05 AM EDT

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Clinicians must look beyond physical symptoms to care for people with deep-seated trauma

Child protection experts are imploring clinicians to broaden their duty of care to ensure that patients’ hidden trauma is not overlooked by more obvious physical symptoms and illnesses.
4-May-2023 11:05 PM EDT

Sleep Maximizes Vaccine Effectiveness

12-Mar-2021 8:05 AM EST

Flexible Work: Likely or Lip Service Beyond Pandemic?

Flexible work has always been a drawcard for employees, but while managers have typically been reluctant to embrace flexible work arrangements, University of South Australia researchers warn that the topic is likely to become front and centre as...
9-Jun-2020 8:05 PM EDT

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Social media likes and comments linked to young men’s obsession with perfect pecs and a six-pack

Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram are fuelling unrealistic, unhealthy obsessions with a lean an...
06 Nov 2024

Gaming the news: How interactive journalism is changing how we tell stories to the next gen

The Ramping Rush game. Journalists have long used newspapers, radio, television, magazines and, more recently,...
04 Nov 2024

Meal timing may be crucial for night shift workers’ health

A new Australian study published in Diabetologia this week has found that overnight eating may be putting nigh...
04 Nov 2024

On cloud eight: UniSA secures grants to support struggling kids

Whether it’s the development of a board game to tackle teenage mental health, or deciphering treatment-r...
31 Oct 2024

Youth with chronic childhood arthritis empowered to overcome barriers

Getty Images A new intervention to help young people with chronic childhood arthritis overcome barriers to phy...
28 Oct 2024

Adelaide family the key to new disease breakthrough

L-R: Jiarna Zerella (PhD student, SA Pathology), Kristijan Ramsea (family member whose samples were used to ma...
25 Oct 2024

Robotics revolution: UniSA sparks STEM passion for future teachers

Cheers of excitement, high-fives all around, and wide, beaming smiles – they’re all the signs of a...
24 Oct 2024

Help farmers stop a niggle from becoming a pain in the neck

Farmers are often considered the backbone of the Australian economy. Yet with long hours, high demands, and to...
21 Oct 2024

Australian Centre for Child Protection celebrates 20 years of improving the lives of vulnerable children

Left to right: Professor Melissa O’Donnell, Deputy Director Research; Professor Leah Bromfield, Director...
16 Oct 2024

Powerful performances by artists with disabilities to celebrate diversity at 2024 OzAsia Festival

Photo by Matt Byrne. Two films celebrating the dedication and tenacity of Korean and South Australian performe...
16 Oct 2024

Feeling sleepy and worried about your mental alertness?

At some point, many of us have experienced the post-lunch sleepy hour, struggling to stay alert mid-afternoon,...
15 Oct 2024

Nine new projects to support innovation in SA communities

LGA SA CEO Clinton Jury and UniSA Dr Alyson Crozier. Projects focusing on improving health and fitness, addres...
15 Oct 2024

Energy-thirsty indoor vertical gardens ripe for improvement

Indoor vertical gardens are gaining popularity among homeowners and restaurants, allowing them to grow microgr...
15 Oct 2024

Exercise empowers lung cancer patients to take active role in treatment

Coughing, chest pain and a shortness of breath – they’re all distressing symptoms of lung cancer. ...
14 Oct 2024

UniSA appoints new Director of Defence and Space

The University of South Australia has appointed Ryan McClenaghan as its new Director of Defence and Space, res...
09 Oct 2024

The new fashion: clothes that help combat rising temperatures

A team of international researchers has developed a natural fabric that urban residents could wear to counter ...
09 Oct 2024

Virtual reality separates the wood from the trees in forestry industry

Virtual reality is set to revolutionise Australia’s $24 billion forestry industry by training workers ri...
08 Oct 2024

Archie Moore unveils a new moving image commission at Samstag Museum of Art

In his first exhibition since winning the prestigious Golden Lion at the 2024 Venice Biennale , Kamilaroi/Biga...
03 Oct 2024

Forestry Centre of Excellence launched in Mount Gambier

An artist's impression of the Forestry Centre of Excellence, due to be built on UniSA's Mount Gambier campus i...
02 Oct 2024

Anne & Gordon Samstag International Visual Arts Scholarship

Anticlockwise: Henry Jock Walker (Photo: Bri Hammond); Hannah Gartside (Photo: Illona Nelson); Helen Grogan (P...
02 Oct 2024

New website shines a light on Australia's disabled authors

Academics from the University of South Australia have unveiled a website dedicated to celebrating the contribu...
02 Oct 2024

New lunar distress system could safeguard future astronauts

A team of international scientists has taken a significant step towards making lunar exploration safer, propos...
02 Oct 2024

Employment-based teaching pathway secures ‘hard-to-staff’ schools

A novel teaching initiative that secures an applicant both a job and a university place is set to boost teache...
01 Oct 2024

‘Jaw-some’ new research: What do kids think about sharks?

'Friend' or 'foe'? What do kids really think about sharks? When it comes to what people think about sharks, &l...
30 Sep 2024

AFL women must ‘carb up’ to maximise footy performance

Pasta, breads, rice, and cereals, they’re the carb-loaded foods that fuel our bodies for high-intensity ...
30 Sep 2024

Deputy Vice Chancellors appointed at Australia's newest major university

(Left to right): Ms Paula Ward, Mr Tom Steer, Mr Paul Beard, Mr Bruce Lines, Professor Steve Larkin, Professor...
29 Sep 2024

Win for SA sport with new SASI up and running

Rhiannon Pearce, Assistant Minister for Junior Sport Participation; Prof Jon Buckley, Executive Dean of UniSA'...
25 Sep 2024

Obesity in mums doubles the risk of autism in babies

Children born to mothers with obesity both before and during pregnancy have an increased risk of neuropsychiat...
24 Sep 2024

Ageing fabulously: 3MT on a winner for the LGBTI+ older community

Care, dignity, and respect. They’re the very basics that every older person deserves, yet for many older...
20 Sep 2024

Scientists urge new conservation approach to save vulnerable species from climate change impacts

A healthy strand of red stringybarks (above) on a sheltered, pole-facing  slope compared with (top) a sta...
17 Sep 2024

Healthcare app could help improve medication safety

Around 75% of Australians have experienced a bad reaction to a medication, but fewer than half have reported i...
16 Sep 2024

Next gen teachers take insider tips from practicing professionals

They’re the tips and tricks usually learnt on the job, but thanks to a new reading initiative, pre-servi...
15 Sep 2024

How VR can help learn the language of engineering

A novel approach to learning English is helping international students grasp the technical terms used in compl...
12 Sep 2024

Babies born to women consuming a high fat, sugary diet at greater risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes in later life

Babies born to pregnant women with obesity are more likely to develop heart problems and diabetes as adults du...
11 Sep 2024

Unhappy with your body? Self-guided online help may ease women’s dissatisfaction with physical appearance

Ask a woman if she is happy with her body and most will say no. Body dissatisfaction is not new, and can lead ...
09 Sep 2024

Pint-sized ‘Superheros’ unite to boost energetic play in Aussie kids

Running, jumping, skipping, and climbing – whatever your preschooler is into, getting enough physical ac...
09 Sep 2024

Researchers awarded over $940,000 in projects to grow Aboriginal tourism

Two University of South Australia academics have received Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Early Ca...
08 Sep 2024

Farmers, ‘Kick off ya Boots’

It’s the smash hit musical that takes a cheeky and insightful look at life on the land, but behind the l...
17 Sep 2024

Global experts help nanomedicines DELIVER on healthcare promise

More than two thirds of the global population received an mRNA vaccine to immunise against coronavirus , which...
06 Sep 2024

Sleep-deprived, cyberbullied teenagers addicted to smartphones now a common phenomenon in schools

Combine cyberbullying, smartphone use, lack of sleep and poor mental health, and you have the perfect storm fo...
03 Sep 2024

Can wearable activity trackers detect disease?

Fitbit , Apple Watch or Oura ring , wearable technology is in high demand among the health conscious. But beyo...
02 Sep 2024

The year that was through the eyes of Australia’s political cartoonists: Behind the Lines 2023

Image: Fiona Katauskas, Political Cartoonist of the Year. We might be glad 2023 is in the rear-view mirror &nd...
03 Sep 2024

Play, learn and empathise: New video game redefines the neurodiverse narrative

  “Distracts others, has trouble paying attention and finds it difficult to follow instructions&rdq...
22 Sep 2024

VR headsets could be life changing for people with intellectual disability

Immersive virtual reality could open up a whole new world for people with intellectual disability, enabling th...
28 Aug 2024

Prenatal smoking risks academic achievement of unborn babies

Smoking harms almost every part of your body. But if you smoke when pregnant, the toxic chemicals in tobacco w...
27 Aug 2024

When a child hurts, validating their pain may be the best first aid

Whether it’s a sore arm or a fear of injections, how a child is treated when they present with pain coul...
25 Sep 2024

Avoid becoming a scammer’s next victim

Getty Images. This Scams Awareness Week (26 to 30 August), a University of South Australia (UniSA)  exper...
25 Aug 2024

Pain Revolution puts the brakes on persistent pain

A peloton of passionate pain experts is set to cycle across regional SA and Victoria in a push to revolutionis...
01 Sep 2024

Beetle that pushes dung with the help of 100 billion stars unlocks the key to better navigation systems

An insect species that evolved 130 million years ago is the inspiration for a new research study to improve na...
21 Aug 2024

The power of play: Strengthening senior wellbeing through generational bonds

Watching your children frolic through a playground is one of the many joys of being a parent or grandparent, b...
20 Aug 2024

It only takes 15 minutes to change your health

Corporate Cup, lunchtime yoga, or even ‘walk and talks’, organisations come up with all sorts of w...
20 Aug 2024

Powerful art exhibition celebrates the creative voices of those with prison histories

Image: Artwork from the 2024 Artists On The Inside Exhibition People with lived experience in the criminal jus...
13 Aug 2024

Say ‘aah’ and get a diagnosis on the spot: is this the future of health?

A computer algorithm has achieved a 98% accuracy in predicting different diseases by analysing the colour of t...
13 Aug 2024

Swipe up! Health apps deliver real results en masse

They’re the dinky digital tools you can download in a few seconds, but despite their literal size, healt...
13 Aug 2024

Low magnesium levels increase disease risk, new study shows

A new Australian study has identified why a diet rich in magnesium is so important for our health, reducing th...
11 Aug 2024

Toxic Olympics gender debate emphasises the struggles of cis and trans women athletes

Getty Images The gender firestorm that has erupted at the Paris Olympics surrounding Algerian boxer Imane Khel...
08 Aug 2024

90,000 Australians go under the knife for hernia repair operations each year, with older men at highest risk

Older men are at much higher risk of hernia repair operations. A new Australian study reveals who is most at r...
06 Aug 2024

Upfront mental health supports for men with prostate cancer

Mental health screenings must be incorporated in routine prostate cancer diagnoses say University of South Aus...
04 Aug 2024

The experts behind the athletes

As the Olympics draw inspiration and wonder into how athletes manage to achieve such a high level of success a...
31 Jul 2024

Wildlife ecologist and volunteers who helped Kangaroo Island recover after devastating bushfires are in the running for Eureka Prize

Kangaroo Island volunteers installing bat boxes in fire damaged areas. University of South Australia wildlife ...
30 Jul 2024

Boost creativity in schools and build STEM careers

It opens the mind and is at the heart of innovation, yet while creativity is recognised as a critical skill fo...
29 Jul 2024

We’d move if we could: Over half of Aussies eye smaller towns for better housing and family life

More than half of Australian residents living in a large city would be open to forgoing their metropolitan lif...
30 Jul 2024

Australian seafood industry hooked on better management

New research from the University of South Australia shows that the Australian seafood industry has become more...
23 Jul 2024

UniSA launches four new space projects worth over $18 million

UniSA Industry Professor Colin Hall at UniSA's iLAuNCH event. In a big win for space research and development ...
22 Jul 2024

Protect the child, save the adult

New research * from the University of South Australia shows that people who have suffered child abuse or negle...
22 Jul 2024

Sports Vouchers kick goals for kids facing barriers

Children reap enormous rewards from participating in organised sport or physical activities . These include ph...
18 Jul 2024

New tech addresses manufacturing bottlenecks in a lifesaving blood cancer treatment

Image: Getty Researchers from the University of South Australia have developed a new technique to significantl...
18 Jul 2024

Cool new research promises a greener future for supermarkets

The world-first, energy-efficient refrigeration system recently installed in Coles.  University of South ...
17 Jul 2024

Workplace bullying in developing countries is wearing women down

Getty Images Workplace bullying against women in Pakistan is driving emotional exhaustion and job dissatisfact...
16 Jul 2024

Female Australian football players are taking more hits

New research from the University of South Australia has for the first time identified the most common and burd...
16 Jul 2024

Let’s get physical: could exercise speed up foot ulcer recovery for people with diabetes?

Around 20,000 Australians with diabetes-related foot ulcers could benefit from a new project trialling a super...
16 Jul 2024

Transformative new Adelaide University launches to the world

Adelaide University co-Vice Chancellors Professor Peter Høj and Professor David Lloyd launching Adelaid...
15 Jul 2024

New solutions to keep drinking water safe as pesticide use increases worldwide

Water scientists from Australia and China have proposed a more effective method of removing organic pesticides...
10 Jul 2024

Scientists exploring more targeted radiation for glioblastoma

A new approach to treating the most malignant type of brain cancer – glioblastoma – has shown stro...
08 Jul 2024

High ceilings linked to poorer exam results for uni students

Ever wondered why you performed worse than expected in that final university exam that you sat in a cavernous ...
02 Jul 2024

Pregnant pause? Elite athletes challenge norms and perceptions when expecting

When you're an elite athlete, the stakes are high. But add pregnancy to the mix and the challenges can rise &s...
03 Jul 2024

Will the Paris 2024 Olympics be a platform for activist protests amid global tensions?

Athletes and sporting teams have frequently used the Olympics and other sporting events to make political stat...
01 Jul 2024

‘Healthy’ workplaces a vital factor in clawing back $30 billion lost to workplace injuries and illness

A new study published this week shows how the Australian economy could claw back estimated losses of $30 billi...
01 Jul 2024

Switch up teaching and assessment to help teachers combat chatbot-cheating

It’s the chatbot technology that can write an essay in a second, but despite its vast capabilities, gene...
01 Jul 2024

Workplaces need a cultural shift to tackle sexual harassment

A new approach will be investigated over the next three years to tackle one of the most entrenched and expensi...
30 Jun 2024

Five First Nations trailblazers set to soar in business growth program

The first cohort of the Growth Ramp program. A business growth program by the University of South Australia (U...
25 Jun 2024

Kids deserve a say on use of digital media

As Australian governments continue to debate social media risks for children, new research from the University...
23 Jun 2024

Facial recognition linked to close social bonds, not social butterflies

Caption Do you have trouble recognising faces, or do you never forget a face? The better you are at facial rec...
23 Jun 2024

Abused kids still at risk in out-of-home care

Socially and emotionally vulnerable children struggle to make friends. Delve deeper into developmental outcome...
20 Jun 2024

$3 million grant to tackle the burden of chronic pain in Australia

The University of South Australia has won a $3 million Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Primary Health Care...
20 Jun 2024

Lack of healthcare screening puts gender diverse people at greater cancer risk

A transgender male receiving a health check. The lack of culturally safe health screening for people who are t...
19 Jun 2024

Small Steps towards decreasing the risk of dementia

Whether it’s more sleep or more exercise, simple lifestyle changes may reduce the risk of dementia. Now,...
30 Jun 2024

Travellers urged to keep it local in the name of sustainable tourism

Getty Images From rolling vineyards to stunning beaches, there’s no shortage of beauty to discover in ou...
18 Jun 2024

Football spectators giving free kick to racist bigots

Getty Images. Most football fans who have witnessed racism among fellow spectators at sporting matches in rece...
19 Jun 2024

Weight loss: Go nuts or go home

Whether they’re sprinkled on your morning cereal or kept for an afternoon snack, a handful of nuts could...
17 Jun 2024

Cyberbullying and sexual harassment rampant in esports

It’s one of the fastest growing industries globally, raking in millions for the best players and attract...
17 Jun 2024

SA startup accelerator a catalyst for personal and professional growth

The Innovation & Collaboration Centre welcomes six innovative startups to its 2024 Venture Catalyst progra...
13 Jun 2024

Developmental supports crucial for young victims of child abuse

In a new study published this week, researchers at the University of South Australia highlight the urgency of ...
10 Jun 2024

Learning how to learn: How SA school children can achieve long-term success

Strategic thinking and problem solving is at the heart of a new study that aims to improve learning and boost ...
10 Jun 2024

Painful truth about knee osteoarthritis: Why inactivity may be more complex than we think.

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common cause of pain and joint stiffness. And while physical activity is known t...
11 Jun 2024

Attending local events strengthens neighbourhood bonds

Getty Images From farmers markets to food festivals, art exhibitions and how-to workshops, local community eve...
06 Jun 2024

Nurses must be in the know about allergies

Hives, asthma, or eczema – they’re all very common symptoms of an allergic reaction . When mild, a...
05 Jun 2024

Birth-to-five teaching degree sets the pace for early childhood education

With the announcement of $715 million to drastically overhaul early childhood education and care in South Aust...
05 Jun 2024

Fighting fires from space in record time: how AI could prevent a repeat of Australia’s devastating wildfires

Australian scientists are getting closer to detecting bushfires in record time, thanks to cube satellites with...
04 Jun 2024

Summer holidays aren’t all fun and games for children’s fitness

As summer break kicks off in the US, researchers are asking parents to pay closer attention to their children'...
03 Jun 2024

Increased risk of homelessness for youth leaving out-of-home care

New research from the University of South Australia (UniSA) and Curtin University finds that up to 36% of youn...
28 Aug 2024

Sunshine spurs spending: Investors bet big on sunny days

Getty Images It’s often said we can’t control the weather. But what if the weather controls how an...
03 Jun 2024

AI model confirms vaccination is key to cutting COVID in prisons

Getty Images A new study has found vaccination and prompt lockdown to be the most effective strategies to mini...
30 May 2024

Reinforced plastic fuel tanks in space and mobile insulin farms rocketing SA’s space sector

2024 Venture Catalyst Space participants (L-R) Michael Boundey, Tiffanwy Klippel-Cooper and James Klippel-Coop...
29 May 2024

The AI paradox: Building creativity to protect against AI

Cultivating creativity in schools is vital for a future driven by artificial intelligence (AI). But while teac...
29 May 2024

Samstag’s Kudlila season transcribes place and culture in two stirring exhibitions

Kristian COULTHARD, Akurra , installation view, Samstag Museum of Art, 2024. Photo by Grant Hancock. The Unive...
28 May 2024

New Adelaide University receives formal registration

The Chancellor, Transition Council and co-Vice Chancellors of Adelaide University are pleased to share that th...
27 May 2024

Brave new virtual world fast becoming a reality in the mining sector

A virtual and robotic revolution in Australia’s mining industry could spell the end of fly-in-fly-out (F...
27 May 2024

Weight gain is kicked to the curb in antipsychotic drug breakthrough

Thousands of Australians struggle with serious mental health conditions . But when the recommended treatment i...
27 May 2024

Can you escape the ‘medical mayhem’ of UniSA’s new immersive teaching experience?

Fluorescent hospital lights, a post-operative patient monitored by machines, and an anxious medical team waiti...
26 May 2024

Humble leaders boost employees’ workplace status and leadership potential

There are many different types of workplace leaders, from those who prioritise the needs of team members and t...
26 May 2024

Survey reveals growing support for changing Australia Day date

Support for retaining 26 January as Australia’s national day of celebration appears to be slipping, acco...
23 May 2024

Nutbush fever: How the Ike and Tina Turner hit became Australia's dance sensation

Tina Turner, November 1972, Musikhalle Hamburg. Photo courtesy of Henrich Klaffs, Flickr.   If there...
22 May 2024

Dismissed and discharged: health systems still failing people with poor mental health

A serious disconnect between emergency departments and the NDIS is failing people with mental health condition...
21 May 2024

First language song book a hit in the APY Lands

From left: Professor Lester-Irabinna Rigney, PYEC Director Rueben Burton, Professor Anne-Marie Morgan and Dr S...
21 May 2024

Scientists aim to stop harmful gut bacteria triggering Alzheimer’s

The phrase ‘you are what you eat’ was coined almost a century before Alois Alzheimer made his brea...
20 May 2024

Renewable aviation fuels prepare for take-off in Australia

Aviation experts from the University of South Australia (UniSA) will work with their Chinese counterparts over...
20 May 2024

New Adelaide University to operate $60m defence academy

The Federal and South Australian Governments are jointly investing $60 million towards an Advanced Defence Tec...
14 May 2024

Turning the page on children’s pain

A tumble from a bike, a graze on the knee, or a common flu vaccination – how children experience pain ca...
12 May 2024

Teaching hospital creates new horizons for Whyalla’s future nurses and midwives

Larger wards, more hospital beds, and high-tech realistic ‘patients’ are helping rural nursing and...
08 May 2024

New allied health programs and facilities launched at Whyalla

Whyalla Mayor Phill Stone, Professor Jon Buckley, Professor Esther May and Paul Havelberg with UniSA physiothe...
07 May 2024

Lift off for SA space company scaleup mission with first cohort

Raviteja Duggineni of ResearchSat; Jill Dewey of ESpy Ocean; Ann Angel of AUCBG; Adrian Smith of AUCBG ; Tony ...
07 May 2024

Hall of Fame honour for UniSA augmented reality researchers

Professor Mark Billinghurst Two UniSA researchers have made history after being inducted into the Augmented Wo...
05 May 2024

Brain scans for babies reduce risk of stroke later in life

Non-invasive brain scans for children under the age of one could identify risk factors and reduce the potentia...
20 May 2024

A Mediterranean diet can ease symptoms of stress and anxiety

It’s no secret that the Mediterranean diet is good for your health. Already recommended to reduce the ri...
14 May 2024

New technology promises a silver lining for Port Pirie: cleaning up marine environment and recovering valuable metals worth millions

New Australian technology could help recover up to $40 million worth of valuable metals from Port Pirie’...
30 Apr 2024

Breakthrough in complex pain management

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic and debilitating pain disorder, typically considered lifelo...
30 Apr 2024

Omega-6 fatty acids could cut risk of bipolar disorder

Omega-6 fatty acids, commonly found in eggs, poultry, and seafood, could reduce the risk of bipolar disorder, ...
29 Apr 2024

Cardio-fitness cuts death and disease by nearly 20%

Running, cycling, or swimming – if you regularly exercise, you’re well on track for a long and hea...
28 Apr 2024

COVID-19-induced financial hardships reveal mental health struggles

When COVID-19 caused significant economic disruptions, thousands of people around the world experienced sudden...
29 Apr 2024

Welcome to a world where we can cure blindness, chronic pain and neurological diseases with 3D printed surgical implants

Clever bio-inks that sit inside the human body and restore damaged neurons could cure a whole swathe of diseas...
28 Apr 2024

All systems go for Australia’s first software degree apprentices

UniSA software engineering degree apprentice Alicia Bawden on site at Osborne. Australia’s first cohort ...
22 Apr 2024

What women want: Female experiences to manage pelvic pain

A new study from the University of South Australia is putting people’s experiences of pelvic pain at the...
17 Apr 2024

Women kicking goals on the field but still tackling entrenched sexism

New research shows that despite ‘Matildas soccer mania’ gripping the nation during the 2023 World ...
16 Apr 2024

Top teachers and a passion for people fuel 200,000th graduate's journey

UniSA's 200,000th graduate, Emily Wilson Fantastic teachers have played a key role in the career direction of ...
15 Apr 2024

Plastic fantastic or nature-based playgrounds: Which is best for children’s development?

Colourful slides and metal monkey bars are the mainstay of local playgrounds. But look around and you’ll...
21 Apr 2024

Improving flexibility isn’t that much of a stretch: all it takes is eight minutes per week.

Skip intense stretch sessions and forget pushing past pain barriers – when it comes to maximising flexib...
15 Apr 2024

Targeted liver cancer treatment kills cancer cells and cuts chemo side effects

Drug-loaded 3D printed films could change cancer treatments forever as world-first research from the Universit...
14 Apr 2024

Silence is not an option for First Nations’ content in Australian schools

Authentic and sometimes confronting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander content is helping the next generati...
12 Apr 2024

School suspensions and exclusions put vulnerable children at risk

Managing problematic student behaviour is one of the most persistent, challenging, and controversial issues fa...
14 Apr 2024

From ashes to adversity: Lessons from South Australia's business recovery amidst bushfires and pandemic

New research has given insight into the resilience and recovery of businesses in two South Australian regions ...
14 Apr 2024

Scientists create octopus survival guide to minimise impacts of fishing

Octopus berrima hatchling, which was one of the species used to help develop the guide. Photos by Erica Durant...
10 Apr 2024

Farmer-friendly mental health support…what do farmers want?

For most, farming in Australia is a great way of life, but at times it can also be physically and psychologica...
15 Apr 2024

Rural pharmacists are pivotal to home-based palliative care

Pharmacists are being recognised for their vital role in supporting home-based rural palliative care patients,...
03 Apr 2024

Tour de Cure grant for brain cancer research

Innovative biotech company Noxopharm Limited (ASX:NOX) and the University of South Australia have received $10...
03 Apr 2024

UniSA researchers win $1.3m to find better treatments for cancer

L to R: Dr Sarah Boyle, Prof Richard D’Andrea & Prof Michael Samuel. Three Centre for Cancer Biology...
01 Apr 2024

Chatbot guides women through post-prison challenges

Shutterstock. Most women leaving prison face profound disadvantages and rarely have access to the resources ne...
02 Apr 2024

Liquid crystal nanoparticles supercharge antibiotics for cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is the most common, life-limiting genetic condition in Australia. It affects the lungs, digest...
26 Mar 2024

Crackdown on illicit drugs detects rise in ‘designer’ drug substitutes

As authorities crack down on illicit drugs, University of South Australia experts have issued an alert on the ...
25 Mar 2024

South Australian artists revive treasured artefacts in unique restoration project

A cracked early 20th century teapot and torn silk souvenir scarf from the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games are amo...
24 Mar 2024

Young African students call out racial stereotypes in TikTok first

Assumptions, misconceptions, and stereotypes – no one wants to be judged by how they look or where they&...
20 Mar 2024

Rural prisons: the focus for new mental health research

Prison nurses are receiving specialist psychosocial training as part of a new University of South Australia re...
19 Mar 2024

One small step for STEM, one giant leap for STEM-kind

A manned mission to Mars: it’s the next step in the global space race. But while agencies scurry to take...
19 Mar 2024

Report calls for major changes to workplace conditions for pregnant women and working parents

A report exploring the working conditions of pregnant employees and parents has been released today, calling f...
18 Mar 2024

A twist on theatre sports could counteract a stutter

Mock ‘Ninja knife throwing’, ‘ Gibberish’ , or the fast and furious ‘ Zap’...
14 Mar 2024

Who knew that eating poo was so vital for birds’ survival?

We all know that the early bird gets the worm, but new research shows they turn to something far more nutritio...
12 Mar 2024

Numbers do not add up for maths homework

Supporting kids with maths homework is a common afterschool activity. But beyond the basics, new curricula and...
12 Mar 2024

Love on the land: Helping farmers grow healthy relationships

Life on the land can be great, but it can also put a lot of pressure on romantic relationships. Now, rural hea...
11 Mar 2024

Count her in? Not likely! Daughters bypassed in family businesses

Sophie, Richard and Victoria Angove are bucking the status q1uo in Australia when it comes to family business ...
05 Mar 2024

NAPLAN - Ramadan overlap puts added pressure on Muslim students

NAPLAN can be tough, but it's going to be even harder for Muslim students this year as the National Assessment...
06 Mar 2024

Healthy sleep needs a healthy day: boost exercise to beat your bedtime blues

Early riser or night owl, everyone appreciates a good night’s sleep. But despite the best of intentions,...
29 Feb 2024

National accolades for teaching and research dynamos

From left: Dr Nicola Massy-Westropp, Dr Harsha Wechalekar, Dr Arjun Burlakoti and Universities Australia Chair...
27 Feb 2024

Silence broken on gender pay gaps but we must hold organisations to account

The exposure of the gender pay gaps in large Australian organisations is a turning point for gender equality, ...
26 Feb 2024

Targeting inflammatory protein could help treat severe asthma

Just weeks after news of a sharp national spike in asthma deaths – with South Australia recording the hi...
25 Feb 2024

Invasive weed could be turned into a viable economic crop

Prof Rahman and Dr Karim collecting paddy melons for urease enzyme extraction. One of the most invasive Austra...
19 Feb 2024

Samstag unveils exhibitions showcasing bold and creative artists from SA and beyond

Bruce Nuske, ceramic, 2022. Photograph by Grant Hancock The works by leading South Australian ceramicist Bruce...
18 Feb 2024

Giant step forward to help treat chronic wounds that affect millions

A team of international scientists has developed a more effective treatment for chronic wounds that does not i...
18 Feb 2024

Capping off a year of generosity

L-R: Cherrie Adams, Eunwoo (Chris) Nam and Martin Adams The University of South Australia acknowledges the ext...
15 Feb 2024

Discovery could lead to new RNA therapeutics for many cancers

UniSA/CCB Professor Greg Goodall, part of the team that made the landmark discovery. Australian scientists hav...
14 Feb 2024

Uni sector scores poor report card when it comes to workplace health

A large survey of Australian university employees over the past four years paints a bleak picture, with almost...
13 Feb 2024

Migrant and refugee children need early education supports too

Early childhood educators need more support to deliver positive outcomes for Australia’s most vulnerable...
12 Feb 2024

Finding the right script to reduce medication errors in hospital

Pharmacists will partner with patients and doctors in a new national project to reduce patient medication erro...
12 Feb 2024

Monkey see, monkey do: how sideline sports behaviours affect kids

For children’s sports, there’s no doubt that parents are essential – they’re the free ...
11 Feb 2024

Maternal obesity puts males at greater risk of health problems in later life

Males born to obese women are more likely to be overweight at birth and develop metabolic complications in lat...
05 Feb 2024

New study aims to ease chronic pain for people with Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurological disease in Australia. As a degenerative disea...
05 Feb 2024

A beautiful death: living well at the end of life

Talking about and planning for death is uncomfortable, especially when it comes to a loved one. But sharing po...
05 Feb 2024

Innovative urban living concept tackles housing woes and offers socially connected solutions

Damian Madigan's new book, Bluefield Housing. Co-locating homes on single suburban allotments to create smalle...
04 Feb 2024

New Prostate Cancer Report Card keeps treatment options simple to understand

Every week, more than 400 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer . With treatment, survival rates for prostate...
04 Feb 2024

UniSA launches new scaleup pathway for space startups

AICRAFT founder and CEO Dr Tony Scoleri (top, middle) with fellow 2023 Venture Catalyst Space program particip...
29 Jan 2024

Where are all the male teachers?

Education experts at the University of South Australia are calling for a national childhood workforce strategy...
28 Jan 2024

Add virtual reality to exercise and see your enjoyment soar

Cycling with VR increased exercise enjoyment  by 20%. Boosting exercise is often on the agenda in the new...
17 Jan 2024

Good and bad news for people with low back pain

Low back pain is a major cause of disability around the globe, with more than 570 million people affected. In ...
22 Jan 2024

Straight from the horse’s mouth: UniSA announces new animal course

The University of South Australia (UniSA) is offering the country’s first online course in human-animal ...
15 Jan 2024

MOD. – a future-focused museum – opens new exhibition: BROKEN

Photo by TobBunk. MOD,’s new interactive exhibition BROKEN , explores the widespread feeling that the wo...
15 Jan 2024

No spokes in these wheels: an intellectual disability fails to deter cyclists

As Adelaide gears up for the biggest cycling race in the southern hemisphere – the Santos Tour Down Unde...
14 Jan 2024

Supports help keep Aussie firefighters safe

House fires, road crashes and emergency rescues – they’re all part of the job for Aussie firefight...
16 Jan 2024

Love scrambles the brain and scientists can now tell us why

Love is blind, the saying goes, and thanks to a world-first Australian study, we are now a step closer to unde...
08 Jan 2024

Cracking the case for non-glass wine bottles

Would you be happy to pour your friends a glass of wine from a cask or sip your favourite red from an aluminiu...
07 Jan 2024

Keeping an eye on bad behaviour in the operating theatre

Surgical operating theatres are renowned for poor behaviour due to high stress levels. Australian researchers ...
03 Jan 2024

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