Latest news from University of South Australia on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/next-gen-teachers-take-insider-tips-from-practicing-professionals/?sc=rsin /articles/next-gen-teachers-take-insider-tips-from-practicing-professionals/?sc=rsin Sun, 15 Sep 2024 20:05:57 EST 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 experienced teachers on the job. University of South Australia /articles/axial-load-bearings-ball-screws-and-tensile-strength-how-vr-can-help-learn-the-language-of-engineering/?sc=rsin /articles/axial-load-bearings-ball-screws-and-tensile-strength-how-vr-can-help-learn-the-language-of-engineering/?sc=rsin Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:30:24 EST Using immersive virtual reality (i-VR) - a technology where, through use of a headset and controllers, a user can navigate myriad virtual environments - researchers at the University of South Australia have created engineering-specific scenarios where students can practice their engineering skills, using language that is specific to the job. University of South Australia /articles/babies-born-to-women-consuming-a-high-fat-sugary-diet-at-greater-risk-of-cardiovascular-disease-and-diabetes-in-later-life/?sc=rsin /articles/babies-born-to-women-consuming-a-high-fat-sugary-diet-at-greater-risk-of-cardiovascular-disease-and-diabetes-in-later-life/?sc=rsin Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:05:41 EST Babies born to pregnant women with obesity are more likely to develop heart problems and diabetes as adults due to fetal damage caused by the high-fat, high-energy diet of their mother. University of South Australia /articles/global-experts-help-nanomedicines-deliver-on-healthcare-promise/?sc=rsin /articles/global-experts-help-nanomedicines-deliver-on-healthcare-promise/?sc=rsin Fri, 06 Sep 2024 05:00:00 EST New findings from a global team of expert scientists in academia and industry has generated world-first research quality standards that will help slash costs and reduce the time it takes to develop advanced nanomedicine treatments and make them available for patients. University of South Australia /articles/sleep-deprived-cyberbullied-teenagers-addicted-to-smartphones-now-a-common-global-phenomenon/?sc=rsin /articles/sleep-deprived-cyberbullied-teenagers-addicted-to-smartphones-now-a-common-global-phenomenon/?sc=rsin Tue, 03 Sep 2024 19:05:14 EST A survey of 50,000 primary and secondary school students has found a clear link between night time phone use, sleep deprivation, cyberbullying and poor mental health. University of South Australia /articles/can-wearable-activity-trackers-detect-disease/?sc=rsin /articles/can-wearable-activity-trackers-detect-disease/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Sep 2024 21:05:47 EST A new University of South Australia study reveals that wearable activity trackers show promise in detecting early signals of disease - particularly atrial fibrillation associated with stroke, and COVID-19. University of South Australia /articles/vr-headsets-could-be-life-changing-for-people-with-intellectual-disability/?sc=rsin /articles/vr-headsets-could-be-life-changing-for-people-with-intellectual-disability/?sc=rsin Thu, 29 Aug 2024 02:05:30 EST Immersive virtual reality could open up a whole new world for people with intellectual disability, enabling them to learn practical life skills much faster without relying on caregivers, according to a new study. University of South Australia /articles/prenatal-smoking-risks-academic-achievement-of-unborn-babies/?sc=rsin /articles/prenatal-smoking-risks-academic-achievement-of-unborn-babies/?sc=rsin Tue, 27 Aug 2024 16:30:27 EST Smoking harms almost every part of your body. But if you smoke when pregnant, the toxic chemicals in tobacco will also harm your unborn baby, with new research showing that it could lead to reduced academic outcomes at school. University of South Australia /articles/beetle-that-pushes-dung-with-the-help-of-100-billion-stars-unlocks-the-key-to-better-navigation-systems-in-drones-and-satellites/?sc=rsin /articles/beetle-that-pushes-dung-with-the-help-of-100-billion-stars-unlocks-the-key-to-better-navigation-systems-in-drones-and-satellites/?sc=rsin Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:05:13 EST An insect species that evolved 130 million years ago is the inspiration for a new research study to improve navigation systems in drones, robots, and orbiting satellites. University of South Australia /articles/the-power-of-play-strengthening-senior-wellbeing-through-generational-bonds/?sc=rsin /articles/the-power-of-play-strengthening-senior-wellbeing-through-generational-bonds/?sc=rsin Tue, 20 Aug 2024 21:05:27 EST Watching your children frolic through a playground is one of the many joys of being a parent or grandparent, but new research has found that engaging in play with kids could help improve mental health. University of South Australia /articles/it-only-takes-15-minutes-to-change-your-health/?sc=rsin /articles/it-only-takes-15-minutes-to-change-your-health/?sc=rsin Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:30:59 EST Corporate Cup, lunchtime yoga, or even 'walk and talks', organisations come up with all sorts of wellness initiatives to encourage people to be more active in the workplace. But before you duck and hide, new research shows that all it takes is 15 minutes and a touch of gamification to put you on the path to success. University of South Australia /articles/swipe-up-health-apps-deliver-real-results-en-masse/?sc=rsin /articles/swipe-up-health-apps-deliver-real-results-en-masse/?sc=rsin Tue, 13 Aug 2024 17:30:56 EST They're the dinky digital tools you can download in a few seconds, but despite their literal size, health and fitness apps pack a real punch when it comes to getting results, say researchers at the University of South Australia. University of South Australia /articles/say-aah-and-get-a-diagnosis-on-the-spot-is-this-the-future-of-health/?sc=rsin /articles/say-aah-and-get-a-diagnosis-on-the-spot-is-this-the-future-of-health/?sc=rsin Tue, 13 Aug 2024 01:00:00 EST A computer algorithm has achieved a 98% accuracy in predicting different diseases by analysing the colour of the human tongue. University of South Australia /articles/low-magnesium-levels-increase-disease-risk-new-study-shows/?sc=rsin /articles/low-magnesium-levels-increase-disease-risk-new-study-shows/?sc=rsin Sun, 11 Aug 2024 19:05:40 EST A new Australian study has identified why a diet rich in magnesium is so important for our health, reducing the risk of DNA damage and chronic degenerative disorders. University of South Australia /articles/toxic-olympics-gender-debate-emphasises-the-struggles-of-cis-and-trans-women-athletes/?sc=rsin /articles/toxic-olympics-gender-debate-emphasises-the-struggles-of-cis-and-trans-women-athletes/?sc=rsin Thu, 08 Aug 2024 21:05:30 EST The gender firestorm that has erupted at the Paris Olympics surrounding Algerian boxer Imane Khelif only highlights the challenges all women athletes face, according to a University of South Australia academic. University of South Australia /articles/90-000-australians-go-under-the-knife-for-hernia-repair-operations-each-year-with-older-men-at-highest-risk/?sc=rsin /articles/90-000-australians-go-under-the-knife-for-hernia-repair-operations-each-year-with-older-men-at-highest-risk/?sc=rsin Tue, 06 Aug 2024 21:05:35 EST A new Australian study reveals who is most at risk of having hernia repair surgery, one of the most common medical conditions and surgical operations performed in hospitals worldwide. University of South Australia /articles/upfront-mental-health-supports-for-men-with-prostate-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/upfront-mental-health-supports-for-men-with-prostate-cancer/?sc=rsin Sun, 04 Aug 2024 16:30:53 EST Mental health screenings must be incorporated in routine prostate cancer diagnoses say University of South Australia researchers. The call follows new research that shows men need more supports both during and immediately after a diagnosis of prostate cancer. University of South Australia /articles/the-experts-behind-the-athletes-share-the-science-of-high-performance/?sc=rsin /articles/the-experts-behind-the-athletes-share-the-science-of-high-performance/?sc=rsin Wed, 31 Jul 2024 23:05:04 EST As the Olympics draw inspiration and wonder into how athletes manage to achieve such a high level of success and skill, a new podcast series is serving up useful insights into what it takes to optimise performance in sports. University of South Australia /articles/we-d-move-if-we-could-over-half-of-aussies-eye-smaller-towns-for-better-housing-and-family-life/?sc=rsin /articles/we-d-move-if-we-could-over-half-of-aussies-eye-smaller-towns-for-better-housing-and-family-life/?sc=rsin Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:05:22 EST More than half of Australian residents living in a large city would be open to forgoing their metropolitan lifestyles and moving to a smaller area in search of more affordable housing and better conditions for raising children. University of South Australia /articles/boost-creativity-in-schools-and-build-stem-careers/?sc=rsin /articles/boost-creativity-in-schools-and-build-stem-careers/?sc=rsin Mon, 29 Jul 2024 16:30:32 EST It opens the mind and is at the heart of innovation, yet while creativity is recognised as a critical skill for Australia's economic future, it is typically confined to the arts, skipping other areas of the curriculum. University of South Australia