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High smoking rates linked to ongoing effects of colonisation

Researchers at ANU have reviewed a range of existing historical evidence to determine the root cause of high smoking rates in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population.

Study: Why one person’s perfume is another’s pong

A UNSW researcher explains how our perceptions of smell differ and why products like perfume or deodorant don’t always make us smell nicer.

UC continues to climb the ranks

The University of Canberra has held its title as the fastest rising university across the globe, ranking at number 18 on Times Higher Education Young University Rankings.

One small step for UC space research

UC have received a grant to aid in developing equipment to improve the performance and rehabilitation of astronauts returning to Earth.

Canberra universities plan to fly in international students

ANU and UC are working with the State and Federal Governments to piolet the first international students back into the country.

More outdoor dining at Canberra venues called for

Adding more outdoor-style dining may stimulate Canberra’s economy following the effects of COVID-19, says one University of Canberra (UC) lecturer.

Diversity continues to be a barrier in STEM

ANU Biologist Dr Megan Head has some faced barriers in her STEM career, but she did not always understand how her gender held her back.

Canberra to host event to future-proof national water use

Canberra will host ‘H2O Hack’ later this month, a virtual public event that focuses on future-proofing Australia’s water use.

ANU researchers seek ‘Familyspeak’

‘Familyspeak’ is the subject of an Australia-wide search by researchers at the Australian National University.

Canberra universities heading back on campus

The University of Canberra (UC) will phase back to on-campus learning this June, as Semester 1 of online learning is coming to an end. UC moved to a virtual campus two months ago,...

Obesity and Alzheimer’s linked to same part of brain: study

A study from the Australian National University (ANU) has found a link between obesity and shrinkage in an area of the brain impaired in early stages of Alzheimer’s disease: the hippocampus. “We examined...

‘Major overhaul’ of fire land management needed: ANU

“A major overhaul” of fire land management is needed, according to the co-author of a study which has found that bushfires in Victoria have increased in size and frequency in the past two decades.

Investigating maternity care during COVID-19

A new university study is seeking participants to help gather an understanding of the experiences associated with receiving or providing maternity care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

UC to allow late withdrawal from units without academic penalty

Responding to a request from the University’s Student Representative Council (UCSRC), the University of Canberra (UC) will allow students to withdraw from their units up until the exam period commences. Students who withdraw...

Surge in Australians accessing news: UC study

Australians’ news consumption has surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among women and young people, a study from the University of Canberra’s (UC) News and Media Research Centre has shown.

How music can help us cope with isolation

Couch choirs, balcony opera, quarantine playlists … in a short time, COVID-19 has prompted a chorus of musical responses to help us cope with isolation – and for good reason. Music is one...

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