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Mind the gap: How maths is taught may be failing girls
Opinion: Australian boys are dramatically ahead of girls in maths at both primary and high school level, an international test has revealed. But mathematician Associate Professor Richard Garner warns the gender gap is more complex than it appears.
Travellers willing to pay more for low-emission flights: study
Many air passengers are open to paying extra for flights with reduced emissions, according to a new study of consumer preferences by Macquarie University researchers.
From early entry to a flourishing finance career
Graduate Anne Younis landed her dream role at Morgan Stanley as an investment analyst through Macquarie’s award-winning Global Leadership Program.
Please explain: What's behind daytime sleepiness?
Many of us feel drowsy during the day, but what causes it, and what can we do about it when it becomes a problem? Sleep researcher Dr Julia Chapman says there are multiple causes of daytime sleepiness.
What you'll discover at the new Pompeii exhibition: review
Newly discovered objects never seen outside Europe are on display at Canberra's National Museum of Australia as part of a new, immersive Pompeii exhibition, on until May. Archaeologist Professor Ray Laurence reviews the must-see items offering insight into everyday life in the Italian city that was buried in a volcanic eruption in 79 CE.
Why some birds divorce and others partner for life
Relationship dynamics among birds can be just as complex as they are in humans. While some bird species stick with one partner for life, new research has shown others might switch partners after just one breeding season.
Necro-brands: Why do celebrities like Elvis Presley make more money dead than alive?
From regional New South Wales to London, Elvis Presley continues to be a bankable star almost 50 years after his death. New research led by Macquarie University's Professor Chris Baumann explains why the king of rock and roll’s brand is worth more than ever.
Macquarie University students earn top scholarships to build global connections
Eight students from Macquarie University have been awarded prestigious 2025 New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarships and will participate in language training and mentorships across the Asia Pacific region.
$3.5 million in Commonwealth grants for Macquarie University medical research
Five Macquarie University researchers have received a total of $3,475,226 in the latest round of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Grants.
Christmas in the metaverse: Why the festive season is moving into virtual worlds
From designer fashion to cosmetics and concert tickets, shoppers are increasingly filling Christmas stockings with gifts from virtual worlds, rather than bricks and mortar shops.
Why do some mammals have short pregnancies while others take years? Wallaby study sparks new insights
Macquarie University scientists compared placental mammals with wallabies, opossums and dunnarts to show how mammals evolved to manage inflammation during pregnancy, allowing them to extend their gestation from days to months.
Do video games change the way we think about history?
How do video games influence our understanding of the past? Abbie Hartman, curator of a new exhibition at Macquarie University History Museum on the evolution of gaming, explains.