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Who's hiring? Job analysis unveils workers in demand

Macquarie Business School labour market analysts shine a spotlight on new workplace hiring trends.

Fighting back against Frankenwords, zombie nouns and gobbledygook: Celebrating Plain Language Day

The global recognition of the necessity for the promotion and facilitation of straightforwardly comprehensible communication practices is imminent. In other words, it’ll soon be International Plain Language Day.

Scales in the suburbs: 10 years of wildlife rescues reveal Sydneysiders’ reptile relationships

As spring signals an increase in reptile activity, an extensive exploration of 10 years of wildlife rescue data by scientists at Macquarie University reveals the complex interactions between humans and reptiles in Sydney’s urban landscape.

Combining two common medications may pave the way for a new dementia treatment

A world-first clinical trial is combining a commonly used antibiotic and a cough medicine to fight some of the processes that cause a common form of dementia.

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Health and Medicine

Widespread risk screening could slash dementia cases

Treating common health problems and controlling for lifestyle risks could help Australia cut rising dementia rates by as much as 45 per cent. So why aren’t we screening older people and helping them make the necessary changes?

Why subtle changes in memory and thinking should not be dismissed

Underdiagnosis and social isolation may contribute to many older Australians missing out on medical care, new Macquarie University research shows.

Trial of new vaccines for kidney and bladder cancer begins

Kidney and bladder cancer patients at Macquarie University Hospital are among the first in the world to receive cutting-edge personalised vaccines to prevent the recurrence of their tumours.

Cognitive impacts of multiple sclerosis now clear

Cognitive impairment is not as prevalent in the most common form of multiple sclerosis (MS) as previously reported, new research has shown.

Please Explain

Please explain: Trial by judge or jury?

Would judge-only trials put our criminal justice system at risk? Dr Andrew Burke, Senior Lecturer at the Macquarie Law School, looks at the ramifications of the rise of judge-only trials.

Please explain: Why can't Australian airlines stay in the air?

Rex Airlines this week joined Air Australia, Bonza, Compass Airlines, Impulse Airlines, OzJet and Tigerair on the list of new carriers that have not been able to compete on major routes in Australia since 1990. Economist Dr Paul Crosby explains why new airlines fail to take off.

Science and Technology

Hot Jupiter’s eccentric triangle of attraction could be a live case of ‘3 Body Problem’

An international astronomy team has analysed data from a newly-discovered massive planet on an extreme orbit to understand how ‘hot Jupiter’ planets form.

How genetically modified flies can reduce waste and keep it out of landfills

Black soldier flies which are currently commercially used to consume organic waste will now be able to tackle a wider variety of refuse thanks to genetic modifications devised by Macquarie University bioscientists.

Hot spot 'saunas' a new lifeline for endangered frog populations

New biologist-designed heated shelters will help endangered frogs survive the devastating impact of a deadly fungal disease by regulating their body temperature to fight off infection.

Ants navigate the night by moonlight: discovery

Macquarie University researchers have discovered Australian bull ants use the moon’s light to navigate at night, revealing new insights into nocturnal animal behaviour.

Arts and Society

Hooked on horror: why we like frightening stories

Gothic novel specialist Dr Kirstin Mills explains the enduring appeal of scary movies.

Please explain: Trial by judge or jury?

Would judge-only trials put our criminal justice system at risk? Dr Andrew Burke, Senior Lecturer at the Macquarie Law School, looks at the ramifications of the rise of judge-only trials.

Pay win - will it be enough to stem the exodus of early childhood workers?

Opinion: After decades of advocacy by unions, stakeholders and academics to recognise the complex skill set needed by early childhood educators, workers will take home more money from December 2024.  But early education researcher Dr Tamara Cumming says a wage rise is only part of the solution.

Can friendship and rivalry coexist?

Friendship has fewer rules than most of our other intimate relationships, but can competition coexist with closeness? Philosopher Dr Neil Durrant explores the question in the wake of the 200m freestyle Olympic final in Paris this week.

Business and The Economy

Dreams on hold: Home ownership a long-term goal for young Australians

New research shows some young adults are delaying or even forgoing the idea of owning a home to avoid debt, pursue other goals and enjoy their lives.

How design psychology shapes marketing success: new book

Successful designers use psychology to attract customers to everyday products and retail experiences. A new book from Professor of Marketing Chris Baumann explains how it works.

The bad apple effect: How concerns about the actions of supermarket giants may impact other retailers

Australia’s competition regulator is taking court action against Coles and Woolworths for allegedly misleading shoppers. New Macquarie Business School research suggests this could prompt a backlash by consumers against other retailers as well as the supermarket giants.

Why are some people financially resilient and others are not?

Some people seem to breeze through financial difficulties, while others struggle. New Macquarie Business School research has found the capacity to make large lifestyle changes is key to developing financial resilience.

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