Grant smooths way for silk eardrum trials
A major grant from the Wellcome Trust will allow researchers to take Deakin-designed silk eardrums to clinical trial.
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‘Prototype or die’ motto for ‘Y2’ lab
A research and prototyping lab is pioneering a new approach to product development.
Physical education researcher grabs global attention
A paper drafted in response to a YouTube post has become the “most downloaded” paper in a prestigious teaching journal.
Dingoes to the rescue?
Could dingoes be the answer to controlling the havoc red foxes wreak on native and domestic animal populations?
The evidence for influence
Deakin researchers have confirmed that the role vested interests play in the development of alcohol policy is large and influential.
How far can your shoes run?
Research data on the durability of running shoes challenges a common assumption.
Bird calls lead to fame
Reciting Dr Seuss and imitating bird calls has led to national recognition for a Deakin behavioural ecologist.
Tools for research
A group of Deakin alumni have teamed up in the US to advance the technology behind DNA analysis.
Printed books still draw youth in the digital era
Despite being a tech-savvy generation, research finds that adolescents still prefer print books.
Positive spin on power of persuasion
A new study is seeking evidence that the power of supermarkets to influence our food choices can be used for good.
Museums pioneer new approach to ethnicity
Australian museums are using empathy to challenge assumptions about ethnic identities.
Filling the gaps in fisher health
An Australian-first survey hopes to provide the clearest picture yet of the health of workers in our commercial fishing industry.
Giving for a Better World
A school-based research project is exploring how generosity improves personal wellbeing.
Poet comes full circle
An invitation to an international poetry festival will see a Deakin writer travel to the land of magical realism.
News in the place where you belong
Local news is still important in an evolving media environment.
Turning plastic into fantastic
Asking, “What can we do with what we already have?” led to an answer that may solve some major problems for the developing world.