Back pain is the number one cause of disability globally - but a new high-value, low-risk intervention informed by Australian research is being hailed for its potential to have major human and economic impact.

Scared of spiders, storms, dogs or more recently, mushrooms? New research reveals the surprising consequences of biophobias and calls for an innovative approach to treatment.

There is new evidence suggesting therapy may lead to higher recovery rates than medication in people over 60 who experience anxiety disorders, says Associate Professor Carly Johnco.

Macquarie researchers have found compounds derived from the cannabis plant can effectively combat fungal infections including athlete's foot and the deadly Cryptococcosis, raising hope for the development of new topical treatments.

In an Australian first, NSW police have charged a man following the seizure of vials of vape liquid laced with nitazenes. Macquarie Medical School pharmacologist Professor Mark Connor explains what nitazenes are and why authorities are concerned about their health effects.

Falling asleep might look simple, but in fact it’s an elaborate interplay of hormones, circadian rhythms and light cues.  Now, as sleep researcher Dr Aurore Perrault explains, studies are showing another big influence on the quality of your slumber is whether you’re a man or a woman.

The discovery of ancient footprints in Canada has transformed the way researchers hunt for dinosaur tracks.

The first-ever study of Australian stingless bee vision shows how two native species have evolved distinct visual abilities to suit their foraging behaviours and environments.

Macquarie University research shows a chemical banned in Europe but still sprayed on Australian produce to kill fungus also wipes out beneficial insects and pollinators, potentially fuelling global insect decline.

In solving the complex maths to calculate how irregular atmospheric particles affect global warming, a Macquarie University mathematician has built equations that could improve climate modelling, medical imaging and material design.

A new book of personal essays, produced by creative writing staff and students at Macquarie University, explores the power of narrative as a medicine for people living with disability, illness and chronic pain.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how students learn and prepare for their careers. New research led by Macquarie Business School reveals the importance of becoming AI literate and why it should not be feared.

Egyptian tombs yield all manner of surprises. One of the most macabre, recalls archaeologist Dr Mary Hartley, emerged during a Macquarie University-led excavation.

Events to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Francis Webb are being held across the nation this year, recognising a master wordsmith who was also the first Australian poet to openly write about mental illness and hospitalisation.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how students learn and prepare for their careers. New research led by Macquarie Business School reveals the importance of becoming AI literate and why it should not be feared.

The warring family at the heart of the Emmy Award-winning blockbuster Succession may be fictional, but the reality for businesses with no clear succession plan can be dire, according to Macquarie Business School research.

The unique social identity of family business owners smooths disruptions and produces stronger post-merger outcomes, especially for employees, according to new Macquarie Business School research.

Researchers at Macquarie Business School have found surprising reasons why project planners often make poor estimates of project timelines.