Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Virtuous dobbing: why reporting pandemic rule-breakers is a social good
Australians have abandoned their reluctance to ‘dob’ on rule-breakers during the pandemic, as state police hotlines field thousands of calls – showing that public good outweighs private reticence, says Macquarie University Associate Professor of Philosophy Mark Alfano.
Please explain: Why do we cry?
There is more to crying than simply expressing our emotions. Clinical psychologist Dr Philippe Gilchrist explains the reasons behind our tears, and why some of us are more prone to a good weep than others.
Stress-busting tips for HSC students facing lockdown learning
Postponed trials, remote teachers and home learning – Sydney’s locked-down HSC students are under pressure right now, but these ten research-backed strategies from Macquarie University’s Centre for Emotional Health will help.
Group excursions boost happiness in older people: new study
Whether it's to ride a horse, take a hike or hop on a Harley, Macquarie University reveals the positive impacts for older people of getting out as part of a group.
Lockdown binge: the best Victorian-era TV shows to watch right now
Why is it that in the 21st century, we love to reimagine 19th-century Victorians? Dr Kirstin Mills, a specialist in gothic literature, explores our fixation on a fascinating era.
As another lockdown bites, is complacency to blame?
Complacency could be the greatest threat to conquering COVID-19 in Australia – although the latest lockdown in Sydney may be shaking us out of it, says Macquarie University global health expert Dr Kevin McCracken.
A literacy miracle: how the right school changed young Jayden's life
Jayden Diamond’s parents were despairing as their autistic son struggled in a mainstream school that couldn’t meet his needs. Then they heard about Macquarie University’s evidence-based, special school on campus.
Marine park for Antarctica relies on EU engaging China: law expert
Securing China’s vote for a critical new marine protected area in Antarctica this year will rely on engagement from the European Union to overcome rising geopolitical tensions.
Parramatta heritage goes online in spectacular 3D
INTERACTIVE 3D IMAGING: A partnership between Macquarie University and Parramatta City Council is using cutting-edge digital techniques to showcase precious artefacts to a global audience.
One in five people believe fake news about COVID-19: new study
The pandemic is a crisis of trust, says Macquarie University philosopher Dr Mark Alfano, who studied why many people accept medical misinformation about the virus and, alarmingly, are indifferent to evidence disproving it.
Teens reap benefits of good connections with teachers
Students who have good relationships with their teachers are much more likely to finish high school and reap the life-long benefits of doing so, Macquarie University analysis of a decade-long survey has found.
End of COVID-19 help is likely to make more families homeless: new study
Vulnerable families need income support and more social housing to avoid a rise in homelessness as pandemic assistance is withdrawn, writes Macquarie University sociology researcher Dr Catherine Hastings.