ECU Professor Caroline Finch elected to illustrious medical academy: 'It's very humbling'
Professor Finch is one of just three Western Australian-based researchers elected to the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences in 2026.
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Gut-friendly fibre formula gives hope to IBS sufferers, ECU study finds
A trial of a special fibre formula created by scientists at Edith Cowan University has shown it could bring relief to millions of people living with the pain and discomfort of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Service-learning programs leave lasting impact beyond the classroom
An ECU study aimed to determine whether a compulsory service-learning program offered in a WA secondary school influenced former students to continue service in their lives after graduation.
Future foods: The tasty treats designed to help heal wounds
Brownies and ice cream aren’t usually associated with healthy eating, but researchers at Edith Cowan University have found a way to turn them into nutrient-packed powerhouses.
Parents back social media ban despite their own daily use
New research from Edith Cowan University and Playgroup WA has surveyed 726 Western Australian parents of children aged 0-8 about how they use social media and its impact on parenting.
Humanitarian relief failure in Gaza: Outsourcing aid doesn't outsource legal responsibility
A new paper has shone a spotlight on the failed humanitarian relief outsourced to private security contractors in Gaza.
Smart start: New guide helps childcare centres nourish young minds
With more than 900,000 Australian children spending a significant portion of their early years in early childhood education and care services, Edith Cowan University has launched Australia's first Best Practice Food Guide to feed young brains as well as bellies!
Australians support voluntary assisted dying, but with clear limits
In what is believed to be the first large-scale study investigating public attitudes towards voluntary assisted dying (VAD), Edith Cowan University researchers have found Australians are broadly supportive, but oppose broadening eligibility beyond terminal illness or a significantly reduced quality of life.
Frontline trauma: Study reveals alarming PTSD rates in WA Police
More than one-third of Western Australia's police officers report symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), new research led by Edith Cowan University has found.
Musicians' brains stay one step ahead, study finds
Musicians don't just learn movement sequences faster, they predict what's coming next sooner, according to new research that also found newly formed motor memories can be disrupted by seeing different visual sequences shortly after learning.
Do customer loyalty programs actually work? The benefits are in the eye of the cardholder
New ECU research has analysed survey data from more than 800 Australian supermarket retail customers to better understand what influences customer engagement with loyalty programs.
Retro phone trend reveals growing desire to disconnect, ECU research finds
From wall-mounted smartphone docks to old-fashioned coiled-phone handsets, a growing trend for retro phone accessories may be a sign that many people are looking for ways to create distance from their smartphones.
Green hydrogen goldmine: ECU researchers discover hidden energy source
As the world searches for sources of low-emission energy, researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) have uncovered a potential clean energy game-changer beneath Western Australia's red soil.
Truffles are on the menu for threatened marsupials returning to a World Heritage area
New study confirms important food resources are available to support the successful reintroduction of two threatened marsupials to a Western Australian World Heritage area.
Childhood health crisis: One in 11 Aussie kids has high blood pressure
Australian children are developing high blood pressure at alarming rates, with experts saying the condition could be setting kids up for heart attacks, strokes and kidney disease later in life.
The power of conversation post-childbirth
Midwife-led birth debrief strengthens perinatal mental health.
Beans for Blokes, Broccoli for Women: Which Veggies Protect Young Hearts?
The vegetables you put on your plate in your 20s could shape your health for the rest of your life - and a new study from Edith Cowan University suggests men and women may benefit from different veggies.
Pathways to Success: research highlights the role of high school to university partnerships
ECU-led research has found that ISEPS could be just as effective to get students to university.
Green Power: How Spinach and Kale Could Cut Risk of Chronic Lung Disease
Eating your greens could be the secret to breathing easier, with a new study from Edith Cowan University revealing that people who eat more vitamin K1-rich foods such as leafy green vegetables may lower their risk of chronic lung disease.
Attitudes, not personality, may drive deepfake pornography creation
New ECU research has examined the psychological factors associated with the creation of sexually explicit deepfake images.
How your sleep habits team with your genes to determine Alzheimer's risk
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has discovered an important link between our genes and sleep habits, suggesting they work together to influence early brain and cognitive changes associated with Alzheimer's Disease, long before symptoms appear.
From loss to purpose: How new goals can improve life with chronic pain
New ECU research has found people with chronic pain can boost their wellbeing not by giving up old goals, but by finding new meaningful ones.
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Your body's secret sugar code could predict disease years before it strikes
Scientists have found that hidden health signals coating your cells could change medicine forever.
New ECU tool helps teachers see school through children's eyes
A new practical guide from the School of Education could assist teachers to understand and monitor engagement in young students.
Cows v Plants: Which Milk Delivers the Best Health Benefits?
Moo-ve over soy, oat and almond milks ... fresh research at Edith Cowan University has shed new light on the growing debate between cow’s milk and plant-based alternatives.
Fuel costs alone won't spark Australia's EV transition
Research has found that the transition to EV's will not only be driven by higher fuel prices.
A simple fix for a growing ocean threat: Research reveals cost-effective way to protect marine ecosystems from invasive species
New research from ECU has identified a smarter, more effective way to protect fragile marine ecosystems from invasive species - an approach with global relevance for island regions around the world.
Noongar culture and arts grow wellbeing literacy in early childhood education
New research has found that Noongar culture and arts can play a powerful role in strengthening young children's capabilities to experience and communicate about their wellbeing.
Collaborating with AI: how human–robot relationships unlock shared value
A joint study has explored how relationships between humans and robots could evolve as AI becomes increasingly embedded in workplaces and everyday life.
Is music while studying a helpful habit or hidden distraction?
A new study has surveyed more than 220 university students about whether they listen to music while reading for studying purposes.
Koala milk study may hold key to better care for orphaned joeys
New research into koala milk could prove crucial to future conservation of the iconic, yet endangered Australian species.
Research insights to empower more Indigenous students to pursue Higher Ed
A new ECU study has explored the decision-making process of Indigenous Australian students in pursuing higher education. With Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation a national priority, the research aims to enable universities to attract and retain more Aboriginal students.
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