Australia-Spain research community gathers for the launch of the AuSpire postdoctoral network
The Australia-Spain Network for Innovation and Research Excellence (AuSpire) unites international researchers conducting projects grounded in the concept of planetary wellbeing.
Immune system overreaction linked to deadly flu in pregnancy
Researchers have discovered why influenza can lead to life-threatening complications during pregnancy, as Australia prepares for the flu season.
Developing a medical implant coating that combats infection and pain
Pursuing his passion at the intersection of engineering, biology and care, Dr Vijay Sisarwal is developing a plant‑based biodegradable implant coating that helps support natural healing.
RMIT launches sex-specific pharmacy curriculum to address gender disparities in health
RMIT University has launched a landmark health education program in its undergraduate pharmacy degree, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to support sex-specific health differences in clinical practice.
RMIT opens Discovery to Device MedTech facility
The Hon. Dylan Wight MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Jobs and Industrial Relations, and Victoria's Lead Scientist Dr Amanda Caples have launched RMIT's Discovery to Device MedTech Prototyping and Scale-Up facility (D2D).
New technology helps flat-faced dogs breathe easy
Scientists have developed an injectable therapy that helps clear blocked airways in flat-faced dogs.
Plastic texturing kills viruses when they land
Researchers have developed a thin plastic film that tears apart viruses on contact, offering a promising new way to keep high touch surfaces such as smartphones and hospital equipment from spreading disease.
Beyond the pitch: the mental health benefits of girls’ sport
A surge in girls’ soccer participation, driven by the Matildas’ success and growing national momentum, is delivering benefits well beyond the pitch, with new research highlighting its role in supporting adolescent mental health.
