All posts tagged "children"
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201ScienceGoldilocks was right! No one-size-fits-all when it comes to kids’ health
Just like Goldilocks in the children’s fairy tale, one size rarely fits all. So, when it comes to children’s time – school...
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449ResearchEarly research suggests climate change could lead to more stillbirths
Scientists are investigating whether rising global temperatures may lead to more stillbirths, saying further study is needed on the subject as climates...
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466ResearchChildren of young mothers most at risk of child abuse
Researchers are calling for greater support for young mothers to reduce the incidence of child abuse after their study found children of...
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882MedicineA new way to prevent childhood obesity
For the first time in Australia, researchers can accurately predict if babies are at risk of childhood obesity by the age of...
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346ResearchIndigenous kids’ tooth decay rates reduced in remote north Queensland
A combination of preventive treatments reduced tooth decay and improved the quality of life for more than 200 Indigenous Australian children living...
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468ResearchHappy childhood? That’s no guarantee for good mental health
It’s well understood that a difficult childhood can increase the likelihood of mental illness, but according to new research from the University...
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551ResearchMelatonin linked to improved brain function in child concussion
Melatonin could improve brain functions related to sleep quality in children recovering from concussion, according to a University of Queensland study.
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571MedicineTiny molecule could protect newborns from brain damage
Oxygen deprivation can be the worst start to a newborn’s life, resulting in brain damage, epilepsy, developmental delays and death.
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775ResearchEarly bedtime may help kids avoid obesity
Researchers have shown healthy sleep for children is not just about getting 10 hours a night, revealing a link between late bedtimes...
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569ResearchThe dairy dilemma: low-fat is not necessarily better for kids
Children who consume full-fat dairy products do not show an increased risk of obesity or heart disease, according to an Edith Cowan...
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A new Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence will conduct world-leading research to investigate the nature of dark matter. ARC Chief Executive Officer, Professor Sue Thomas, welcomed the official launch of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics led by T...
Southern Cross University is spearheading a new circular economy management initiative for the NSW Northern Rivers in partnership with industry that will reduce waste while creating jobs and driving innovation. The new Northern Rivers Regional Circular Economy Accelerator – ReCirculator for short ...
Southern Cross University is becoming the go-to place to study Speech Pathology, with the number of domestic applications for the undergraduate degree increasing 79 per cent compared to the same time last year. Chair of Allied Health Associate Professor Jacqui Yoxall said Southern Cross University w...
This project will conduct a rapid review of the staff and student travel plan literature, the review of selected return to campus plans and sustainable travel plans and existing Transport for NSW Travel Plan Toolkit materials; conduct surveys of staff and students travel behaviour in the light of mo...
As preschools and kindergartens across Australia embrace bush schooling and ‘nature play’, a research team led by Southern Cross University is working with young children and their teachers to unearth the evidence. The researchers will present their findings and launch a series of tools for and ...
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021 at 11:41pm
Ground-breaking new ARC Centre of Excellence to investigate dark matter https://t.co/novX9951nC
Ground-breaking new ARC Centre of Excellence to investigate dark matter https://t.co/novX9951nC
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021 at 11:33pm
$2 million grant to help industry reduce waste in the Northern Rivers https://t.co/PBLpnA8rEV
$2 million grant to help industry reduce waste in the Northern Rivers https://t.co/PBLpnA8rEV
Tuesday, September 21st, 2021 at 4:06am
Promoting sustainable university travel choices https://t.co/QyEHD9qWsy
Promoting sustainable university travel choices https://t.co/QyEHD9qWsy