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A new way to understand health and well-being

We are now realising that the ‘causes’ of disease are much broader and far-ranging than we thought.

Boost for PFAS research

Deakin researchers have been awarded funding for an ARC Special Research Initiative – the PFAS Remediation Research Program.

Early trauma affects birds’ song memory

Deakin research linking early trauma in birds with their ability to remember important songs used for survival could have implications for human development.

Social isolation can quicken tumour growth

Degree of social interaction can determine how quickly a cancerous tumour grows, according to a world-first study tracking stomach cancer in fruit flies.

Graphics – key to science and maths success in schools

Developing diagrams and visual representations can lead to huge improvements in student performance and engagement in STEM subjects.

Citizens and drones come to coastal rescue

Deakin University is training its own army of citizen scientists to monitor the effects of climate change on Victorian coastlines.

Free speech or public harm?

Recent actual and cancelled appearances by Steve Bannon raise questions about traditional approaches to knowledge generation.

Seven things small businesses must do now to prevent cyber-attacks

There are steps that SMEs can take to protect themselves against the growing risk of cyber-attack.

Can yoga calm the black dog?

Growing evidence suggests yoga could benefit adults suffering from anxiety and depression.

Facts help overcome prejudice

Having more factual knowledge of Islam and contact with Muslims is linked to less prejudice against Muslims.

Surgical management of shoulder instability is successful in AFL

Shoulder sprains and dislocations are the most common upper limb injury in the AFL

Digital games can educate, claims 3MT winner

A presentation on the educational value of digital games has seen PhD candidate Jarrod Hogan win this year’s Deakin 3MT crown.

Anniversary of conflict reveals more work to be done

One year on, a new book sheds light on the ongoing Myanmar Rohingya conflict.

How are rising sea temperatures stunting fish growth?

Dr Timothy Clark is set to investigate one of the most profound issues facing global fish populations.

New centres for world-leading health research

Promoting healthy diets and developing innovative therapies for mental illness are the focus of two NHMRC Centres of Research Excellence at Deakin.

Mussels reveal secrets of reproductive ‘chemistry’

Deakin chemists are on the brink of understanding the real chemistry of attraction in mussels.

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