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RMIT launches Accelerator for Translational Research and Clinical Trials

Last month, the University launched the Accelerator for Translational Research and Clinical Trials (ATRACT), a research centre that empowers STEM researchers to translate excellence in fundamental research in cancer, immunology and infectious diseases into global impact.

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5G home internet challenges NBN, but mass shift still a way off: study

Most Australians who have 5G are content with it, yet few actively seek it out or plan to switch in the short term, a study from RMIT University has found.

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Zapping stem cells could boost growth of new tissues and organs

Scientists in Melbourne have discovered how tiny electrical pulses can steer stem cells as they grow, opening the door to new improved ways of creating new tissues, organs, nerves and bones.

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RMIT launches Accelerator for Translational Research and Clinical Trials

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5G home internet challenges NBN, but mass shift still a way off: study

Most Australians who have 5G are content with it, yet few actively seek it out or plan to switch in the short term, a study from RMIT University has found.

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Zapping stem cells could boost growth of new tissues and organs

Scientists in Melbourne have discovered how tiny electrical pulses can steer stem cells as they grow, opening the door to new improved ways of creating new tissues, organs, nerves and bones.

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RMIT celebrates ongoing relationship with Vietnam during ministerial visit

Society and Environment

12 Dec 2025

RMIT University has reaffirmed its commitment to invest in expanding its presence in Vietnam during the 25th anniversary of its transnational education relationship with the country.

VE Student of the Year Award Jacob Sigabalavu with his parents.

Recognising student excellence at the 2025 Vocational Education Awards

Society and Environment

11 Dec 2025

Students across the five industry clusters were recognised at the recent 2025 Vocational Education Student Awards.

5G home internet challenges NBN, but mass shift still a way off: study

Technology

08 Dec 2025

Most Australians who have 5G are content with it, yet few actively seek it out or plan to switch in the short term, a study from RMIT University has found.

McCraith House Creative Residency Program wraps up a vibrant year of artistic experimentation and collaboration

Society and Environment

05 Dec 2025

RMIT’s College of Design and Social Context celebrates a year of creative residencies across literature, design, music, and performance.

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Media releases and expert comments

Embracing boredom – keeping kids entertained without social media

Technology

11 Dec 2025

With the federal government’s social media ban for under-16s now in effect, parents and caregivers may be looking for ways to keep their kids engaged during the long Christmas break, without turning to screens. An RMIT expert shares why boredom can be a positive driver for creativity and wellbeing.

Calls for shark net alternatives amid rising concerns about encounters

Society and Environment

04 Dec 2025

A recent spate of shark attacks at Australian beaches has again sparked debate about the effectiveness and environmental cost of shark nets. An RMIT expert is calling for alternative preventative measures.

She lives for the applause: how Lady Gaga has maintained popularity

Art, Design and Culture

03 Dec 2025

Pop star Lady Gaga returns to Australia for her much-anticipated The Mayhem Ball tour. She will perform five concerts in three cities, beginning in Melbourne on Friday 5 December. An RMIT expert explains how the performer’s vulnerability keeps her relevant with fans.

Research impact

Aussie invention predicts power line faults that can cause bushfires

A powerline fault detection system designed at RMIT University is helping to prevent bushfires and blackouts in North America, Europe and Australia.

3D-printed spine disc ‘has given me my whole world back'

RMIT researchers collaborated with a medical device company and a surgeon to successfully deliver a 3D printed vertebral cage to a patient with severe back pain.

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Podcasts

Art, Design and Media

Hear from academic experts, successful alumni and guest speakers in the fields of communication, journalism, art, creative media, design, fashion and textiles.

Barely Gettin' By

Historians, millennials, and friends Dr Emma Shortis and Dr Chloe Ward spend a lot of time getting angry at the way public discussion about history and politics is dominated by the same voices. So they started a podcast.

Better Place: Talking International Law

Better Place is an interview series with international law practitioners from around Australia and the world.

Mint and Burn

The RMIT Blockchain Innovation Hub podcast 'Mint & Burn' offers an academic analysis of the decentralised digital economy, including blockchain and other decentralised technologies.

Space for Change

Listen to leaders, innovators and researchers discuss the drastic changes in health and justice systems, the COVID-19 pandemic, anti-racism, LGBTQ+ and long-term institutional responses to our social, urban and economic challenges.

Talking Design

Talking Design is a fortnightly podcast produced by leading design writer and commentator Stephen Crafti.

Talking Innovative Justice

Talking Innovative Justice is a resource for law students featuring Rob Hulls, guests from across the legal landscape, and lectures from leading industry figures.

Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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