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New research led by UNSW Sydney’s Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) finds that genetic risk for higher blood pressure even in those in their 40s and 50s may contribute to poorer cognitive function. “This research is groundbreaking,” says Dr Matt Lennon, lead author on the study and a researcher at the Centre for Healthy … Continued
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An RMIT expert is available to talk about BOCSAR’s report on the experiences of victim-survivors of sexual violence in the NSW criminal justice system and says changes to improve their experiences are overdue. Elena Campbell, Associate Director of Research, Advocacy and Policy, Centre for Innovative Justice Topics: sexual assault, sexual violence, police, justice system, courts, trauma … Continued
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A new partnership is bringing together the brightest minds in academia and technology to advance innovation, sustainability and productivity in infrastructure delivery and services. Torrens University Australia and CIMIC Group’s software development company, IDD Tech, have launched a research and innovation partnership that will bring together Torrens University’s entrepreneurial research and innovation leaders and IDD … Continued
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Dementia research will get a boost with the announcement of new and expanded grants from the Dementia Australia Research Foundation. Applications for the Dementia Australia Research Foundation 2023 Grants Program are now open, including a new grant from the Bartle Pathway to Care initiative, as well as an extended five-year Race Against Dementia – Dementia … Continued
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As people age, they often worry about declining memory and other cognitive abilities. Many of them will see a doctor, who may do some tests to find out that they are functioning normally. This is generally referred to as subjective cognitive complaints (SCC). Previous research has shown that some of these individuals indeed progress to … Continued
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Health, robotics and space are three sectors to be examined tomorrow by the House Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Resources as part of its inquiry into developing advanced manufacturing in Australia. Stakeholders will share their views on key issues affecting the growth of advanced manufacturing development in Australia relating to health, robotics and space. Representatives from the … Continued
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A Charles Darwin University (CDU) PhD candidate has been named a National Geographic Explorer in recognition of her exceptional work researching upstream solutions to food and nutrition insecurity in coastal communities. CDU researcher Lucinda (Lulu) Middleton received this prestigious title as part of a National Geographic Society grant. The grant will provide Lulu with … Continued
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Report also focuses on new scientific research collaborations and topics Elsevier, a global leader in evidence-based clinical practice content, research publishing, and information analytics, just published the newest report analyzing global research trends with a focus on collaborations between the largest economies in the world. Fostering collaboration: a study of scientific publications with authors in … Continued
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NT rivers fed through reliable groundwater flows have greater fish biodiversity than inland seasonal rivers where flows rely on rain-driven surface waters, a new Charles Darwin University (CDU) study reveals. CDU Freshwater Ecologist Professor Jenny Davis was the led on the first major survey of freshwater fish fauna at the Beetaloo Sub-basin and upper Roper … Continued
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Informed by community collaboration, shared knowledge and local expertise, four new research projects are engaging with local community groups and key stakeholders through activities such as surveys, vox pops, exhibitions and workshops. The projects are hyper-local and site-specific to Brunswick and inner-city Melbourne, with a focus on sustainable practices, urban design and community culture. … Continued
