New research has found that opioid prescriptions for non-cancer related pain has doubled over the last 24 years. Academics from the University of Sydney, the University of Warwick (UK), the University of Notre Dame, the University of New South Wales and Monash ...
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ASHWORTH LEADS ‘CHANGE ENABLERS’ The University of Queensland’s Andrew N. Liveris Academy for Innovation and Leadership has appointed sustainability expert Professor Peta Ashworth as its inaugural director. “I look forward to helping [the academy’s scholars] build a more sustainable future ...
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Reducing the risk of heart attack in the early stages of a bereavement with a common medication has been the focus of new research by the University of Sydney. Professor Geoffrey Tofler, leading the study published in the American Heart ...
More »Emergencies put communication strategies into sharp focus for education establishments: opinion
The most severe and prolonged bushfire season in Australia’s history, which has devastated communities around the country, was already raising questions about the preparedness of schools and universities to provide effective duty of care and communications for staff, students and ...
More »Research suggests western media is undermining female leaders’ legitimacy
Western media’s coverage of female prime ministers’ gender and gender traits is getting worse, according to Australian National University (ANU) researcher Blair Williams. Williams explored the gendered nature of the news cycle in Australia, the UK and New Zealand as ...
More »Unis puts student welfare first as China travel ban is extended until March 7
Universities Australia CEO Catriona Jackson said the country’s universities are placing student wellbeing first as travel restrictions on visitors, including students, are being extended for another week unit March 7. UA's announcement followed Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s confirmation yesterday at ...
More »Men “not immune” to declining fertility rates as they age: research
New research has debunked the myth that only women experience declining fertility as they age, finding older men are less likely to conceive via IVF, regardless of their partner’s age. In couples with unexplained infertility, increasing male age is associated ...
More »‘We’re here to help’: Universities Australia chair urges the government to listen to the experts
Universities Australia Chair Professor Deborah Terry spoke at the National Press Club on Wednesday about how academic expertise and evidence can provide governments with the best defence against current and future threats to humanity. In her speech, ‘Let’s dare to ...
More »Winners of Australian awards for university teaching announced
The 2019 Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT) were awarded during the Universities Australia 2020 Conference at the Canberra Convention Centre on Tuesday, with an emphasis on the dual role of teachers. "Great teachers not only help us to unlock ...
More »Greater support needed for students from refugee backgrounds: research
Despite improvements in recent years, students with a refugee background are struggling with the transition from high school to university, with new research showing many feel socially excluded and isolated while studying. While Australian universities are collectively aiming for growth ...
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