From Varroa mites to brain receptors
UniSC will investigate new ways to kill Varroa mites without harming honeybees, develop pheromone traps for parasitic worms and gain novel insights into vital brain receptors, after being awarded almost $2.2 million in funding from the Australian Research Council.
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From Varroa mites to brain receptors, key UniSC research projects receive ARC funding
29 NovAlmost $2.2 million in funding from the Australian Research Council has been awarded to UniSC to investigate new ways to kill Varroa mites without harming honeybees, develop pheromone traps for parasitic worms and gain novel insights into vital brain receptors.
Disinformation and deepfakes played a part in the US election. Australia should expect the same
28 NovAs America takes stock after Donald Trump’s re-election to the presidency, it’s worth highlighting the AI-generated fake photos, videos and audio shared during the campaign.
Two UniSC researchers named country’s best in field
27 NovTwo UniSC researchers named Australian leaders in their fields are respectively working to create safe, ethical and beneficial Artificial Intelligence (AI) and help business managers learn from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Golf scientist and food system researcher named UniSC outstanding alumni 2024
27 NovA sport scientist who mentored Olympic and professional golfers and a food system researcher who leads a team of 110 in sustainable agriculture at the CSIRO are UniSC’s two Outstanding Alumni for 2024.
Design students fast-tracked into $80 billion industry via on-campus studio
26 NovA global virtual reality design studio based on-campus at the UniSC is now fast-tracking students into an $80 billion industry.
Neuroscience the next layer on Bec’s musical, media career
25 NovBec Brown lost a close friend to suicide when he was in his 20s – a tragedy that has in part led to learn more about mental health and neuroscience to help others who may be suffering.
Another high-cost holiday season ahead – tourism expert
25 NovLow competition, a shortage of aerospace engineers and increasing weather-related flight disruption are all contributing to another pricey peak flying season, says UniSC tourism expert Dr Aaron Tham.
Everyone should have access to safe air indoors: Infection prevention expert responds to report
21 NovPeople spend 90% of their time indoors, so it’s vital that we ensure everyone is breathing safe air there, says University of the Sunshine Coast infection prevention and control expert Dr Matt Mason.
UniSC awarded $1.7M for rainforest laser network
20 NovUniSC has secured more than $1.7 million to deploy a network of state-of-the-art lasers to scan, measure and 3D map Australia’s rainforests.
Growth of UniSC graduates at Growth Huntr
20 NovLiv had only been working at Growth Huntr for a couple years before she was running her first meeting with corporate clients – a feat she partly attributes to the underlying skills she learned while studying at UniSC.
Why it’s better to let your child take 10 minutes putting on their own shoes than rush them to daycare or prep on time...
19 NovDr Cynthia Hicban is not really advocating tardiness en masse in schools, but the UniSC Education academic made some surprising – and encouraging – discoveries as she researched how children under six interact with others in an early childhood setting.
With its 10th coach in a decade, is Manchester United trapped in a ‘fixes that fail’ cycle?
19 NovManchester United have confirmed the appointment of Rúben Amorim, their tenth permanent or interim head coach since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.
UniSC’s Business school named in nation’s top two for Teaching
15 NovA commitment to high-quality teaching has secured the University of the Sunshine Coast a top national spot in the Australian Financial Review BOSS Best Business Schools list.
How a hometown earthquake changed the future for global banker
13 NovAs his hometown crumbled in the wake of one of the most destructive earthquakes in living memory, Richard MacGeorge made a major life decision.
New UniSC degree to deliver more midwives
13 NovA new UniSC degree aims to fast-track registered nurses into midwifery careers to target a state and global workforce shortage of maternity care professionals.
Biosphere adventurers
12 NovFive intrepid young travellers learn biospheres are full of adventures and awe in a one-of-a-kind educational experience in some of the most beautiful – and ecologically important – landscapes in the world.
Scratching the itch
12 NovIt starts as an itch.
Turtle lifeline
12 NovStarving and battling a mystery 'soft shell' syndrome, endangered marine turtles in Queensland’s Fraser Coast region are in a tough fight for survival.
Humanoid's Robotic Helpers
11 NovIn recognition of National Science Week, we asked three of our experts to weigh in on the practical uses of robots and what the future of AI might look like.
Custodian of an ancient language awarded Honorary Doctorate
11 NovAunty Joyce Bonner was in her early twenties before she heard her the most beautiful sound - her mother singing in Butchulla (Badjala) language.
How Emily was sold on a dream job at the Dolphins NRL
7 NovEmily Hill never expected to be working in a job she'd dreamed about with the Dolphins NRL team before she even finished her degree.
Civil Engineering student wins national award after water meter study
6 NovA University of the Sunshine Coast Civil Engineering student whose thesis is focused on the data garnered from digital water meters has taken out the Michael Woodhouse Engineers Australia undergraduate award.
A newsroom dream to courtroom reality – how Bridie became a rising star in the legal profession
6 NovBridie Edwards always wanted to be a TV journalist – until a little encouragement from a high school teacher changed the trajectory of her life forever, setting her on a path to become one of the rising stars in Australia's legal profession.
Experts available: What to expect from the 2024 US Election
6 NovAs the drama-filled United States election campaign draws to a close, UniSC academics are available to share their insights on what is shaping up to be one of the most significant verdicts in American history.
Exploring the evolving communication landscape
6 NovThe way we communicate is changing faster than you can say "emoji is the modern hieroglyph." The good news for communication grads? Exciting job prospects are emerging as a result.
UniSC nuclear scientist wins award for car industry research
6 NovUniSC researcher Dr Rezwanul Haque has received a national Young Scientist Award for his research using nuclear technology to find cracks and signs of stress in riveted joints in sheet metal in car bodies.
Flying the flag for Indigenous Peoples on a global stage; a UniSC student’s journey to the UN
6 NovStepping into the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York City for the first time was a “surreal moment and feeling” UniSC student Jerome Wano will never forget.
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