National parks and other protected areas often fail to conserve Earth’s forests, research finds
We must make protected areas more effective, to conserve what’s left of Earth’s plants and animals.
Study finds medications for alcohol use disorders underutilised
Researchers from The University of Western Australia have found medications used to treat alcohol use disorders are severely underutilised in Australia.
New screening tool to help stroke survivors
University of Queensland researchers have developed a fast cognitive screening tool that can detect often-missed rehabilitation needs for people who have experienced a stroke.
How AI ‘guardrails’ can help clean up a messy market
A new safety standard and proposed guardrails for high-risk AI are a good start toward clearing up confusion around the latest technology writes Nicholas Davis.
Join NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night in Perth
The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) is calling on space enthusiasts young and old to join an unforgettable evening under the stars at NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night this Saturday.
Stem cell “magic potion” with promise
Biomedical engineer Dr Jiao Jiao Li has taken out the 2024 Eureka Prize for Emerging Leader in Science for her research using the healing powers of stem cells to treat chronic diseases like osteoarthritis.
Collaboration leads to culturally safe oral health care
A new collaborative project has highlighted the importance of accessible and culturally safe health care for First Nations people.
What will be the legacy of the Paris Paralympics?
The Paralympics have evolved from an archery competition between hospital wards to a global mega-event. Simon Darcy, Barbara Almond, David Legg and Tracey J Dickson consider the legacy of Paris 2024.
Australian Government bans genetic discrimination in life insurance: A big win for preventive health
Following the recommendations of a report led by Monash University’s Dr Jane Tiller and Professor Paul Lacaze...
Monash Warwick Alliance launches the ‘Alliance Associates’ initiative
Monash University Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Sharon Pickering and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Europe) Professor Cecilia Hewlett were joined by University of Warwick Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Stuart Croft...