Hidden muscle risk in rapid weight loss from injections
A NSW woman's rapid 10kg weight loss using GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic highlights a hidden danger: muscle loss. New research warns exercise is not optional. Read her story.
A NSW woman's rapid 10kg weight loss using GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic highlights a hidden danger: muscle loss. New research warns exercise is not optional. Read her story.
Townsville's Mark 'Thommo' Thompson, a cancer survivor, has raised over $50,000 for research by completing the epic Mystery Box Rally. His story inspires community support for vital cancer research. Read his incredible journey.
Queensland researchers begin human trials for IB409, a revolutionary drug derived from funnel web spider venom that could prevent cell death during heart attacks and strokes.
June 2025 in Canberra featured the opening of the Charles Bean Research Centre and a historic cold snap, with temperatures plunging to a record low of minus 7.6 degrees. See the capital's key moments.
Adelaide University officially launches today after a $450 million merger between two institutions. Staff are back on campus, with the first full student cohort arriving next week.
CSIRO entomologist Keith Bayless hunts a rare fly, Clisa australis, from NSW caves to Canberra's bushland. Its rediscovery could unlock secrets to protect Australia's vital crops from pest species. Read the full story.
University of Newcastle research reveals mussels from Jervis Bay's pristine waters are exceptionally rich in a highly absorbable form of omega-3 fatty acids, highlighting a unique Australian superfood.
New research reveals Greenland's ice sheet is melting faster than predicted, threatening global sea level rise. Scientists urge immediate climate action to mitigate impacts.
Discover where Geelong's highest-achieving school leavers are heading to university in 2024 and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for future careers.
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
A Deakin University study reveals dark, loud, and crowded Geelong venues are high-risk for sexual harm. Researchers call for urgent safety reforms. Read the full findings.
Discover where Geelong's brightest 2023 graduates are heading to university and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for the future.
A groundbreaking Australian study reveals accelerated placental ageing may explain some stillbirths, offering new hope for prevention and earlier intervention strategies.
A former police officer and Canberra residents call for community support as Salvation Army research reveals one in five Australian parents fear their children will miss out on Christmas presents due to financial stress.
The Trump administration is firing over 1,100 scientists and dismantling a premier climate research institute, removing references to human-caused climate change from official websites. This analysis explores the political motives behind the attack on sci
Architect Neil Appleton shares his pride in ECU's extraordinary new Perth campus, a transformative $853 million project set to redefine university education in Western Australia. Discover the vision.
ECU's Braden Hill reassures Year 12 students that a low ATAR is not a dead end. Discover the multiple alternative pathways into university and future success.
Melbourne researchers discover the TAK1 gene shields cancer cells from immune attack. The breakthrough, published in Cell Reports, could lead to more effective immunotherapy drugs for melanoma and other cancers.
The University of Newcastle has concluded its largest-ever graduation ceremonies, celebrating nearly 4000 students. The final event honoured future doctors and health professionals, including inspiring graduate Natalia Hogan.
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, secures hundreds of millions in new funding to tackle the nation's most pressing challenges. Discover how this investment will shape our future.
The Albanese government injects $233 million into CSIRO to safeguard critical research in AI, climate resilience, and minerals, despite 350 jobs still set to be axed. Read the full budget update.
A new $10 raffle offers a $50,000 gold bullion prize to fund vital melanoma research and free mobile skin checks across Australia, where one person dies every six hours.
The University of Western Australia is partnering with student content creators to promote a more modern and accessible image, moving away from its perceived elitism.
Murdoch University research reveals REM sleep behaviour disorder could be an early warning sign for Parkinson's, enabling proactive intervention years before diagnosis.
Professor Joshua Davis wins HMRI Research Excellence Award for landmark work on staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections, improving global patient outcomes. Read about the Newcastle-based breakthrough.
A landmark French study of 28.6 million people shows Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines reduce death risk by 74% long-term. Discover the compelling safety data.
A Townsville scientist's persistence turned a rejected concept into a major global beauty industry partnership. Discover how local innovation is making a worldwide impact.
Internal emails show the Australian Research Council is planning staff cuts despite an expanded workload. Senator Pocock accuses the ARC of a secret restructure. Read the full investigation.
Despite cost-of-living pressures, Australian pet owners are forecast to spend over $1 billion spoiling their animals this festive season, with WA leading per-state spending. Discover the trends driving this festive splurge.