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Researchers recognised for pushing the boundaries of particle physics

The Collaboration at CERN, which includes University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± experts, has been awarded the 2025 Breakthrough Prize for fundamental Physics for its pioneering studies of the high-energy collisions from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).
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Aussie twist on Sondheim classic: Into the Woods reimagined

The University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ±â€™s Elder Conservatorium of Music is thrilled to present a bold new production of Into The Woods – the Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine – reimagined with an unmistakably Australian flair.
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Extreme heat poses threat to mental health

Rising temperatures across Australia could increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders (MBD) by almost 50 per cent by 2050, according to a new study from the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ±. The research highlights the urgent need to act now to protect mental health as the climate warms.
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Students still struggling mentally, but tide is turning

The latest Resilient Youth: State of the Nation Report has revealed Australia’s young people are still struggling mentally.
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Podcast inspires women entrepreneurs

The University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ±â€™s ThincLab is launching ThincHer — You’re in Charge, a new podcast celebrating and supporting women in leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Gendered expectations extend to science communication

Communicating complex science in a way that the public can understand is crucial. A new study from the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± reveals that in scientific societies, women are shouldering the bulk of this work — often voluntarily — due to societal expectations and a sense of duty.
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Tropical forests aren’t keeping pace with climate change

A major new study has revealed that tropical forests across the Americas are not adapting quickly enough to climate change, raising concerns about their long-term resilience.
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Combination approach to advanced cancer could improve survival

An international team of researchers, including experts from the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ±, has found genomic testing and targeted therapies for patients with advanced cancer could improve survival rates by up to 40 per cent.
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Leading the way in ultrasound credentialing

Ultrasound is a crucial tool for timely and accurate diagnosis of endometriosis, yet variability in scanning capability, techniques and interpretation has led to inconsistent patient outcomes.
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Commercialising fusion energy technology for the global energy transition

As global energy demands continue to grow, the consideration and adoption of new alternative scalable energy sources is becoming increasingly necessary.
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