A walk in the park? How spending time in nature can boost mental health
If you’re feeling stressed, anxious or discouraged, finding the energy to get outdoors may be hard – but it could be one of the best things you could do to lift your mood, particularly during COVID-19.
Moving towards a more inclusive approach to medicine
Release of pangenome representing wide diversity of individuals ushers in new understanding of human biology and disease.
University study finds economic window for native grains production
At the start of NAIDOC Week 2020, Dr Angela Pattison and colleagues have launched the first report from a feasibility study into using native grass grains as a modern...
Afternoon could be best time for asthma inhaler, study shows
A mid-afternoon puff could be the best way to get the most out of your asthma inhaler according to a new study led by University of Manchester researchers.
UQ neurobiologist elected Fellow of the Royal Society
A University of Queensland researcher has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, joining the ranks of eminent scientists from around the world.
Pandemic expert is Manawatū Standard ‘Person of the Year’
Massey University scientist Professor David Hayman has been named the Manawatu Standard’s Person of the Year 2020 for his work studying the coronavirus and for being a local source...
Spanish-Language Social Media Increases Latinos’ Vulnerability to Misinformation
Latinos who rely on Spanish-language social media for news were 11-20 percentage points more likely to believe false political narratives, finds study from NYU and UC San Diego.
JCU launches ‘lifestyle medicine’ courses
James Cook University’s College of Medicine and Dentistry has become the first of its kind in Australia to offer postgraduate courses in lifestyle medicine, an evidence-based approach to preventing and treating disease.
Spin-out backer announces £215m of investment funds
An investment company co-founded by the University has announced an initial injection of £215m from investors.
1.3 million disabled workers trapped in insecure work in UK – and 430,000 want...
New research by the Work Foundation at Lancaster University reveals 1.3 million disabled workers are trapped in severely insecure work in the UK – and 430,000 say they want to work more hours.
