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ECU research leads to IBS solution

Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have developed a dietary fibre powder, ur gut®, to assist people suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to maintain a healthy bowel.

Restoring and activating one of the world's most precious piano collections at WAAPA

ECU has partnered with The Wright Burt Foundation and The Feilman Foundation to restore rare historic pianos at WAAPA through a three-year program of restoration, research and performance. The initiative includes two student scholarships and aims to preserve a vanishing craft while unlocking forgotten soundscapes for contemporary performers.

ECU's Executive Dean appointed key leadership roles

ECU's School of Business and Law Executive Dean, Professor Maryam Omari has been appointed key leadership roles in the Australian Business Deans Council (ABDC) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

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New study shows obesity linked to long COVID

New research by Edith Cowan University (ECU) Centre of Precision Health visiting PhD scholar Ms Debora Barbosa Ronca found that people with excess weight are more likely to experience long-term neurological and mental health symptoms after COVID-19, including headache, vertigo, smell and taste disorders, sleep disturbance, and depression.

Crikey, ChatGPT's gone bush! How AI is learning the art of Aussie slang

Ever tried to explain why a sausage would be referred to as a "snag" while overseas, or why the toilet is the "dunny"? If you found this challenging, spare a thought for large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, which have to contend with slang terms from all over the world.

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.

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"The way we do things here…"

ECU Vice-Chancellor Professor Clare Pollock has reflected on witnessing the historic wins and losses in the 2025 Federal Government election.

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.

Why can't I keep still after intense exercise?

Do you ever feel like you can't stop moving after you've pushed yourself exercising? Maybe you find yourself walking around in circles when you come off the pitch, or squatting and standing and squatting again when you finish a run.

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Singing for Justice: ECU event unites communities on IDAHOBIT 2025

Edith Cowan University is proud to stand with LGBTIQA+ communities in recognising the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex Discrimination and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) on Saturday 17 May and encouraging people to get along to events to show their support.

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.

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