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One in three plants call islands home, now more than half are under threat
Islands make up just over five per cent of the world's land yet are home to 31 per cent of Earth's plant species. A new study shows that more than half the plants unique to islands are classified as threatened, with habitat loss, climate warming and invasive species to blame.
Surfing whales: citizen scientists help reveal behaviour of elusive tropical species
The first dedicated study of the distribution, ecology and behaviour of elusive Bryde’s whales in NSW and Queensland waters could help reshape conservation efforts.
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.
Natural disasters shake our sense of control, but preparation key for coping and recovery
As summer approaches, so does the possibility of severe bushfires, cyclones and floods. Mindspot Director Professor Nick Titov shares some tips on how to protect your mental health alongside your physical safety if you find yourself in an emergency situation.
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.
Teens' social media damage can't be fixed without legislation
Dr Danielle Einstein explains why Australia needs nationwide legislation to force social media companies to take responsibility for their part in driving hostile behaviour and teen anxiety.
Who's hiring? Job analysis unveils workers in demand
Macquarie Business School labour market analysts shine a spotlight on new workplace hiring trends.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.