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Email: communications@mq.edu.au
Macquarie researchers shine on Eureka Prize shortlist
Researchers from Macquarie University have been named finalists in six categories in the Australian Museum’s prestigious Eureka Prizes for Science Excellence.
MindSpot success shows online treatment can address unmet mental health demand
Psychological treatment via the internet could play a critical role in meeting Australia’s rapidly growing demand for mental health care services, according to researchers at Macquarie University.
Major recognition for landmark Macquarie research and childhood anxiety treatment
The global impact of the Macquarie University-based Cool Kids program for managing anxiety in children has been recognised by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), Australia’s leading expert body in health and medical research.
Macquarie University researchers awarded prestigious fellowships
Seven researchers from Macquarie University have won more than $7 million in funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC) to tackle some of the world's biggest challenges.
Funding set to revolutionise drone flight technology
Macquarie University researchers have secured $2.24 million to fast-track the commercialisation of battery swap technology poised to transform drone operations – enabling continuous flight, boosting efficiency, and driving major impact across key industries.
Drones reveal extreme coral mortality after bleaching
New research has revealed alarming coral mortality rates of 92 per cent after last year’s bleaching event at Lizard Island on Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef, marking one of the highest coral mortality rates ever documented globally.
Australian data experts to support world’s largest sky survey
A team of data experts from Australian Astronomical Optics at Macquarie have joined a global effort to process a cosmic data deluge as a new Chilean observatory project comes online.
Macquarie’s rising reputation as a global leader confirmed in latest rankings
Macquarie University has solidified its position and reputation as a global leader in research and education, ranking 138th in the latest QS World University Rankings.
New partnership to strengthen Australia’s pharmaceutical ecosystem
In a landmark move aimed at advancing Australia’s life sciences industry, Macquarie University and Vitex Pharmaceuticals have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a long-term strategic partnership.
Macquarie University community recognised in 2025 King's Birthday Honours
Vice-Chancellor Professor S Bruce Dowton has congratulated members of the Macquarie University community recognised on the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List.
$13 million grant to develop first synthetic plant chromosome
The UK's Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) has awarded a major international grant to Macquarie University researchers to develop synthetic chromosomes for agricultural crops in a bid to advance global food production systems.
Macquarie Incubator helps power law student’s fintech vision
Though he’s built a thriving career in finance, a graduate job in a tech startup first sparked Cliff Man’s entrepreneurial aspirations. Almost two decades later, while undertaking his Juris Doctor (JD) at Macquarie University, he found the ideal environment to turn his dreams into reality.