Teaching the next generation of historical researchers

27 August 2021

From big cats in Victoria to ghost scares during the gold rush, much of David Waldron's research focuses on odd and quirky folklore. But piecing together history isn’t without its pitfalls and traps.

Planning to plant an Australian native like wattle? Read this first — you might be spreading a weed

18 August 2021

Australian native plants are having a moment in the sun, with more of us seeking out and planting native species than in the past. But not all Australian native species belong in all environments.

Bringing together world-leading women researchers in ageing

17 August 2021

A Federation University academic has been appointed co-editor of a global publication that will bring together world-leading research in ageing while recognising the contribution of women in science.

Floods, fires, drought – climate extremes to intensify without action: IPCC

11 August 2021

A Federation University researcher says a global climate change report makes for scary reading and that urgent action needs to be taken to prevent irreversible damage to the planet.

Bed rest in hospital can be bad for you. Here’s what nurses say would help get patients moving

11 August 2021

If you or a loved one is unlucky enough to be in hospital, you might think the best thing to do is rest in bed as much as possible. But while rest is important, lying or sitting in bed too much can ac

4 gambling reform ideas from overseas to save Australia from gambling loss and harm

5 August 2021

It’s now well recognised gambling can cause significant harm. However, many countries have done much more to reduce gambling-related harm than we have in Australia.

Blockchain, AI – new degree prepares students for jobs of the future

3 August 2021

Federation University and IBM have collaborated to launch Australia’s first Cognitive Enterprise degree, giving students a foundation in disruptive technologies like blockchain and AI.

Protecting Australia’s arid woodlands

30 July 2021

Researchers from Federation University’s Future Regions Research Centre have been awarded a grant to continue their work on conservation measures to protect arid woodlands in far western NSW.

Why the IOC needs the Tokyo Olympics

22 July 2021

It is often called the greatest show on earth but controversy surrounding the Tokyo Olympics has raged up until the eve of the opening ceremony. But the show will go on.

HRM is dead. Long live HR

14 July 2021

Universities and specifically their business schools will have a critical role in supporting the workforces of the future and helping current and future business leaders navigate this new landscape.

Diplomatic cables an ‘unmined quartz lead’ for historians

9 July 2021

A Federation University researcher has used diplomatic cables to piece together previously unknown episodes in Australia’s political history.

Childcare shortages highlight need for rural change

6 July 2021

People living in a rural community are struggling to get their children into childcare services, leading some residents to move to bigger cities or sacrifice their careers to be stay-at-home parents.

How a dual career can give athletes life balance and a sporting edge

22 June 2021

For many athletes, competing at the highest level means rigorous daily training sessions, endless travel and times of isolation away from friends and family, leaving little time for anything else.

There’s more to blowflies than meets the eye

22 June 2021

They are a menace at backyard barbecues but the humble blowfly is playing a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, cleaning up where others would rather not.

Inspiring the next generation of researchers

15 June 2021

With a wealth of leadership in Higher Degrees by Research, Wendy Wright has been appointed Federation University’s Dean of Graduate Studies.

Smoke or smokeless – tobacco toll continues to climb

9 June 2021

Cigarette smoking caused 7.7 million deaths in 2019 as the number of people who smoked tobacco rose to 1.1 billion, while more people also turned to smokeless products.

Graeme Drendel’s Portrait of Jill shortlisted for Archibald

2 June 2021

A portrait from renowned artist and former student Graeme Drendel has been shortlisted for the Archibald Prize – Australia's most prestigious award for portraits.

Aboriginal heroes of fire, flood and food

31 May 2021

The stories of Aboriginal heroes who helped shape Victoria's history are being illuminated through a project that will use film and digital mapping to chronicle acts of heroism.

Working out for body and mind

25 May 2021

The social aspects of participating in group exercise appears to play a key role in reducing the impact of depressive symptoms in older people, a study has found.

New research centre to conserve, protect and transform our regions

19 May 2021

Federation University’s new research centre will bring together expert research and local knowledge to tackle the challenges faced by regional Australia.

Powering up for groundwater study

18 May 2021

A trial on Victoria's southwest coast is using electrical resistivity imaging equipment to give researchers an insight into the level of saltwater encroachment in the region's groundwater systems.

Kidney gene discovery unlocks door to high blood pressure answers

18 May 2021

An international team of scientists has discovered kidney genes responsible for high blood pressure, paving the way for new opportunities to treat the disease.

Core strength: why is it important and how do you maintain it?

12 May 2021

If you have been working from home in recent times, this may have impacted your core strength. So, what exactly is the core? And why is it important to have good core strength?

Scientists put vaccines to the test in unique COVID study

10 May 2021

Researchers hope a study of the relationship between the immune system and the protection provided by COVID-19 vaccines could give a better understanding of how people will respond to vaccination.

The Missing: the inspiring Australians who went looking for the war dead

19 April 2021

A digital gallery celebrating the humanitarian efforts at the end of WWI details the efforts of women and men who helped Australian families in their quest for knowledge about their missing relatives.