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ECU's Associate Professor Donna Mazza inspires next chapter at the Margaret River Readers and Writers Festival

ECU Associate Professor and acclaimed novelist Dr Donna Mazza will be sharing her literary expertise at this year's Margaret River Readers and Writers Festival (MRRWF), leading a standout workshop designed to ignite the creativity of emerging and established writers alike.

ECU joins forces with Fraunhofer IOA to drive innovation for WA industries

ECU and Fraunhofer are offering immersive two-day R&D courses to drive innovation in WA businesses through expert-led, hands-on experiences.

Rural ambulance volunteers struggle with birth emergencies

Unplanned out-of-hospital births are rare but high-risk. ECU research shows many VAO's feel unprepared and under-resourced for these emergencies.

ECU achieves Athena Swan Silver Award

ECU is officially one of only two institutions in the southern hemisphere to be awarded the prestigious SAGE Athena Swan Silver Award for efforts to break down cultural and structural barriers and improve gender diversity and inclusivity, for staff and students.

University Department of Rural Health launches in the South West

Senator Louise Pratt has launched the University Department of Rural Health South West (UDRH SW) at ECU South West's Bunbury Campus. The UDRH SW is provides a major boost to rural and regional health education and training.

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Why branding plays a big part in politics

With federal elections looming and with global politics in the spotlight, researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have offered political parties some sage advice, warning that broken election promises could damage the party brand and ultimately lead to a loss of political power.

ECU celebrates the Leschenault Estuary

ECU's School of Science and Future Student Engagements supported the Love the Lesch Community Festival with a stall offering interactive activities and information for the public.

New machine algorithm could identify cardiovascular risk at the click of a button

An automated machine learning program developed by researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in conjunction with the University of Manitoba has been able to identify potential cardiovascular incidents or fall and fracture risks based on bone density scans taken during routine clinical testing.

Arsenic is everywhere – but new detection methods could help save lives

Arsenic is a nasty poison that once reigned as the ultimate weapon of deception. In the 18th century, it was the poison of choice for those wanting to kill their enemies and spouses, favoured for its undetectable nature and the way its symptoms mimicked common gastrointestinal issues like stomach pain, diarrhoea and vomiting.

Used EV batteries could power vehicles, houses or even towns – if their manufacturers share vital data

Around the world, more and more electric vehicles are hitting the road. Last year, more than 17 million battery-electric and hybrid vehicles were sold. Early forecasts suggest this year’s figure might reach 20 million. Nearly 20% of all cars sold today are electric.

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