Motion-capture a game-changer for biomechanics at ECU
ECU's biomechanics research will benefit from a ten-camera motion capture system to assist in examining movement and injury risks, as well as recovery.
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IM Imagery/Shutterstock Australia is playing catch-up with the Future Made in Australia Act. Will it be enough?
The Future Made in Australia Act will break with Canberra's historical aversion to large-scale economic intervention. It will also cost taxpayers billions to fund
ECU research impacts win for grandparent carers
In a standout example, that proves the immense value that university applied research contributes to society, ECU research has been the catalyst for a six-million-dollar investment by the WA government to support an incredibly vulnerable group.
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ECU a good place for a safe space
'The Living Room' at ECU is a new safe and inclusive space for students to find support in a comfortable and easily accessible way that fits their needs while providing a sense of community belonging.
The future belongs to you at ECU Open Day
ECU Open Day is here with an open invitation to future students to immerse themselves in a campus experience, where they can 'try on' a whole range of future study and career options.
Surge in music teachers holds new promise for musicians of the future
Enrolments in postgraduate music teacher education at Edith Cowan University (ECU) have doubled, propelled by the introduction of a one-year Graduate Diploma in Teaching course.
IBM Future Lab: A new home at ECU to build the jobs of tomorrow
The IBM Future Lab has officially opened at ECU Joondalup campus to help train West Australian students for the jobs of tomorrow across Artificial Intelligence (AI), sustainability and energy transition. The lab will help create a highly skilled and diverse workforce, with the aim to create around 200 jobs across IBM within Western Australia over the next 5 years.
Media marvels recognised at ECU awards ceremony
The annual ECU media awards have been held to celebrate the most outstanding research media campaigns and contributors to The Conversation in 2023. This year's event welcomed new media talent, and welcomed back some 'Hall of Famers'.
ECU partners with WA universities to host powerful keynote for Respect at Uni Week
Gender-based violence is a pervasive issue in our community, and addressing it is critical for creating safe and supportive work and study places and promoting gender equity. How we address these challenges is a key focus for ECU and the higher education sector as a whole.
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Key focus on women athletes' health and performance
Women athletes' health and performance are now a key topic among global scientific research, medical and sporting communities.
ECU researchers awarded funding to fuel future NHMRC success
A total of $4.73 million in funding has been awarded to 25 early and mid-career researchers under the Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund WA Near Miss Awards: Emerging Leaders 2023 (WANMA EL) program.
Maternal health support critical in the development of children born to mothers with pre-existing diabetes
Intrauterine exposure to diabetes could be a crucial factor in the mental and psychomotor development of children, particularly those younger than 12 months.
Creating choice and giving children a voice: researchers open debate on considerations for parents when they post children's pictures and information online
Parents considering posting pictures and information of their children online should re-think how they go about it, in a new warning from Edith Cowan University (ECU) data experts.
Despite improvements, a new overview of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health data confirms there is still a gap in life expectancy
The most recent indicators of the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are now available in the Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet's authoritative publication, the Overview of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health status 2023.
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Why are blooper reels so funny?
Ever find bloopers funnier than the show? Here is the science behind your laughter.
From 'Fiction Fanatic' to 'Book Abstainer': which type of reader is your teenager?
New research looks at how much Australian teenagers are reading for leisure, and how we can help them read more.
The rocking story of how religion crept into popular music – where it remains even today
You'd be surprised by how many of your favourite hits are about God or Jesus in one way or another.
How Spanish conquistadors and a tiny cactus-dwelling insect gave the world the colour red
Purple was highly valued and associated with royalty, power, and prestige in various ancient cultures, including the Roman and Byzantine Empires. So how did red creep its way in?
From Taylor Sheesh to The Smyths: why tribute acts can no longer be considered just cheap copies
The tribute music scene has evolved time and again since it first emerged more than 60 years ago.
A battery price war is kicking off that could soon make electric cars cheaper. Here's how
The world's largest maker of batteries for electric cars, China's CATL, claims it will slash the cost of its batteries by up to 50% this year, as a price war kicks off with the second largest maker in China, BYD subsidiary FinDreams.
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Opportunities to achieve your ambitions
Deciding where and what you might want to study are complex decisions. At ECU, rest assured that whatever you decide, you’ll be supported to achieve your ambitions and given the opportunities to excel.
Dedicated mum and student wins five awards for academic excellence
School of Education graduate Janice Simons not only adjusted to motherhood exceptionally well but also graduated with top results and a strong network of friends and fellow graduate teachers.
Authentic storytelling wins WA First Nations Filmmaker Prize
Marlanie Haerewa's love of theatre, music and the profound act of storytelling and knowledge sharing has always been at the core of who she is.
Following in the footsteps of family
School of Science graduate and winner of the Talis Prize for Science and Commerce, Samara Lette shares her experience and familial connection to ECU.
ECU's School of Business and Law and School of Science first collaborative Careers Fair
This year's Get Connected Careers Fair marked a milestone for ECU as the School of Science and the School of Business and Law joined forces to co-host a dynamic event that showcased the diverse career opportunities available to students.
Exercise, peer support and a bit of luck is the secret to reaching 100
It has been longed stressed that exercise plays a vital role in overall wellbeing and health as well as longevity, something Kevin Ryan, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, is a great testament to.
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