Could it be PTSD? New free online screener to help people identify symptoms
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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What are police allowed to do at protests and who keeps them in check?
10 JulProtests 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 JulAfter a wedding and funeral changed everything, James Dolan found purpose in engineering.

Review finds Mediterranean diet may play key role in managing ADHD
7 JulIt’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 JulUniSC 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

A Little heart goes a long way in the advertising world
2 JulFrom dismantling a luxury car to building award-winning campaigns, Chris Little’s creative career has been driven by heart.

Beyond playgrounds: how less structured city spaces can nurture children’s creativity and independence
30 JunLet’s build urban futures where children don’t just play, but can have positive adventures, says UniSC lecturer in Urban Planning Gregor H.

Coral-eating starfish’s scent could help protect coral on Great Barrier Reef
26 JunResearchers 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 JunDr 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 JunA Healthy Ageing Forum on the Sunshine Coast is offering residents insights on staying strong, connected and resilient as they grow older

EOFY panic? How to do your first tax return without freaking out
20 JunIt 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 JunWhen 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.

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

Could it be PTSD? New free online screener to help people identify symptoms
16 JunA 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 JunUniSC 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 JunThe 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 JunThink 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 JunAn 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 JunA UniSC study has found most young people charged with assaulting police had experienced childhood abuse, poverty, unstable housing and institutional failures.

The surprising power of photography in ageing well
4 JunUniSC'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 JunThe 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 MayThe 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 MayCoding at high school, computer science at university, climate technology at work –Nathan Cavalli has written his own algorithm for career success.

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

Facing the past, forging the future: the spirit of reconciliation
26 MayNational Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week offer all Australians a chance to learn from the past and the opportunity to create a more respectful future.

Why do I procrastinate and what can I do about it?
23 MayUniSC Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology Dr Catherine Houlihan explores why people procrastinate and what they can do about it

Boredom gets a bad rap. But science says it can actually be good for us
23 MayIn small doses, boredom has been shown to be the necessary counterbalance to the overstimulated world in which we live.

Hands-on learning helps university students shape their future careers in Gympie
22 MayWith a strong interest in making urban environments more resilient to climate change, aspiring town planner and University of the Sunshine Coast student Cameron Milne is gaining hands-on experience as a student planner with Gympie Regional Council

How whale song unlocks the psychology of tourism: new findings
21 MayAs Australia’s east coast tourism industry dives into a new whale migration season, a study has revealed the emotional and behavioural effects on people who hear the sounds of the ‘awe’-inspiring marine mammals

Beach birds are being impacted by 4x4 use, global study finds
21 MayCoastal birds are suffering negative impacts caused by off-road vehicles on beaches according to a University of the Sunshine Coast-led study
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