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A new two-minute survey could be all it takes to encourage people with undiagnosed Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder to seek further help.

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Expert comment: Climate change debate to continue after landmark court case
17 Jul

Dr Brincat comments on this week's Federal Court of Australia ruling on a case brought by two Torres Strait Islanders who filed a lawsuit against the Australian Government for failing to protect the Torres Strait from climate change. 

Explore your teaching path: early childhood and primary education degrees at UniSC
16 Jul

Choosing a career in education means choosing to make a lasting difference – whether you're drawn to the creativity of early learning, or you feel called to guide young minds through their primary school years, UniSC’s education degrees give you the flexibility to align your studies with your passions. 

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Who falls for political deepfakes? National study seeks to find and protect most vulnerable
16 Jul

As artificial intelligence evolves, deepfakes and misleading digitally created content have become increasingly difficult for people to distinguish from reality, impacting national security, elections and trust in media

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Study shows how body image bullying affects teenage girls' brains
16 Jul

University of the Sunshine Coast researchers have shown, for the first time in Australia, what happens in the brain of adolescent girls when they see someone being subjected to body image-related cyberbullying (BRC)

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Fostering belonging: UniSC joins national diversity and inclusion network
15 Jul

UniSC has joined a national network that reinforces its commitment to fostering a culture of belonging across all campuses and in the wider community.

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What are police allowed to do at protests and who keeps them in check?
10 Jul

Protests are powerful expressions of collective frustration and calls for justice, but what happens when emotions run high and authority steps in? 

How a wedding and funeral engineered James's destiny to follow in the family footsteps
8 Jul

After a wedding and funeral changed everything, James Dolan found purpose in engineering.

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Review finds Mediterranean diet may play key role in managing ADHD
7 Jul

It’s the superhero of the nutrition world, and now a scientific review by UniSC has shown the power of the Mediterranean diet to help manage the symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. 

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New tool to help stop injuries in the workplace and on outdoor adventures
2 Jul

UniSC researchers will develop and evaluate a new tool to help workplaces spot risks early and learn from past incidents – aiming to help to stop injuries before they happen

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A Little heart goes a long way in the advertising world
2 Jul

From dismantling a luxury car to building award-winning campaigns, Chris Little’s creative career has been driven by heart.

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Beyond playgrounds: how less structured city spaces can nurture children’s creativity and independence
30 Jun

Let’s build urban futures where children don’t just play, but can have positive adventures, says UniSC lecturer in Urban Planning Gregor H.

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Coral-eating starfish’s scent could help protect coral on Great Barrier Reef
26 Jun

Researchers have found a new, naturally derived technology that could help control outbreaks of the coral-munching crown-of-thorns starfish – by mimicking one of its own scents

The sound of change: how Leah Barclay is designing sounds of the environment
25 Jun

Dr Leah Barclay blends art, science, and technology in her pursuit of ecoacoustics, capturing natural soundscapes to inspire climate action and community engagement

Healthy ageing forum offers blueprint for living stronger, longer
23 Jun

A Healthy Ageing Forum on the Sunshine Coast is offering residents insights on staying strong, connected and resilient as they grow older

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EOFY panic? How to do your first tax return without freaking out
20 Jun

It might not be as much fun as the End of Financial Year retail sales, but lodging a tax return is an EOFY must for most working Australians, including many university students with casual, part-time or full-time jobs. 

Making an impact! UniSC in global top 25 for five key United Nations goals
18 Jun

When it comes to helping protect animals, restore forests and promote the sustainable use of ecosystems, the University of the Sunshine Coast is proving to be among the best in the world. 

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The weight loss drug Mounjaro has been approved to treat sleep apnoea. How does it work?
17 Jun

Mounjaro, a weight-loss drug commonly used for diabetes treatment, has just been approved to tackle sleep apnoea – so how exactly does it help you breathe easier at night?

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Could it be PTSD? New free online screener to help people identify symptoms
16 Jun

A new two-minute survey could be all it takes to encourage people with undiagnosed Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder to seek further help

Biosphere champion: Young researcher earns United Nations award nomination
16 Jun

UniSC research assistant Olivia Herrmann has been endorsed as Australia’s nominee for a global United Nations Young Scientist Award

Those ‘what I eat in a day’ TikTok videos aren’t helpful. They might even be harmful
11 Jun

The ongoing popularity of social media videos that appear to promote healthy daily diets is having very unhealthy impacts on some viewers, according to a UniSC clinical psychologist who works with people with eating disorders

Why data analytics is the skillset of the future
11 Jun

Think of data as the new oil—valuable, but only after it's been refined.

UniSC graduate sells first feature film The Edge to Netflix
10 Jun

An elite sprinter-turned-filmmaker with a University of the Sunshine Coast doctorate in creative arts has sold her first feature movie to global streaming giant Netflix.

Study finds violent youth assaults on police often triggered by past trauma
6 Jun

A UniSC study has found most young people charged with assaulting police had experienced childhood abuse, poverty, unstable housing and institutional failures.

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The surprising power of photography in ageing well
4 Jun

UniSC's Tricia King explores how photography can support healthy ageing – enhancing memory, identity, and social connection for older adults through creative expression

UniSC expert: Cookbook recipe feud raises multiple legal issues
2 Jun

The ongoing public feud about recipe exclusivity in cookbooks raises a legal minefield, according to a UniSC professor who specialises in intellectual property law in relation to food, plants and agriculture

UniSC Brasserie set for modern upgrade, more choices
30 May

The dining experience at the University of the Sunshine Coast campus at Sippy Downs is about to undergo a major transformation. 

Computer science graduate focuses on sustainable future
30 May

Coding at high school, computer science at university, climate technology at work –Nathan Cavalli has written his own algorithm for career success. 

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What do engineers do, and which field is right for you?
30 May

Explore the different fields of engineering, to find the perfect fit for your interests and career goals.

'Marigurim Yan’: A path to new possibilities for First Nations youth
29 May

Marigurim Yan – the Butchulla word for ‘strong walk’ – is the inspiration behind a research-based educational program guiding First Nations youth to dream big and think deeply about their futures

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Facing the past, forging the future: the spirit of reconciliation
26 May

National Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week offer all Australians a chance to learn from the past and the opportunity to create a more respectful future.

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