Latest research news
A massive AI analysis of 809,000 worldwide studies relating to COVID-19 during the pandemic has found scientists researched its mental health effects more than the disease itself.
Taste-aversion training delivered by Macquarie University scientists and Indigenous rangers could protect freshwater crocodiles from invasive cane toads in the Kimberley region.
With news that Victoria has a list of words deemed ‘unparliamentary’, linguist Annabelle Lukin explains the rules governing what all Australian politicians can and can't say about their fellow MPs while the government is sitting.
Health and Medicine
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?
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 impairment is not as prevalent in the most common form of multiple sclerosis (MS) as previously reported, new research has shown.
A Macquarie University researcher has helped develop a program that reduces sleep disturbance during hospital stays, with research showing a few simple steps can help patients receive the restorative rest essential to healing.
Please Explain
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.
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
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.
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.
Pythons are a low-emission, climate-resilient food source, converting feed to protein better than chickens or cattle, new research has found.
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
Gothic novel specialist Dr Kirstin Mills explains the enduring appeal of scary movies.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
New research has illuminated the vital economic role Australian women in regional areas have played since 1850, running side businesses that help feed families in times of crisis.
Introducing overnight accommodation for relatives and more family-friendly visiting spaces are among the recommendations arising from new data capturing future trends in aged care in Australia.