Global impact
A new roadmap to save Australia's seagrasses 
ECU research maps risks to Australian seagrass meadows, aiding crucial conservation efforts.
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World-Class Research
Health
Predicting the future
How a quick scan can detect dementia risk
ECU research finds that common bone density scans can detect abdominal aorta plaque, a key marker for dementia risk.
Alzheimer's breakthrough
Genetic link between Alzheimer's and gut disorders confirmed
A world-first ECU study has confirmed the link between Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and gut health, which could lead to earlier detection and new potential treatments.
Put the kettle on
How black tea may help you have a healthier life as you age
New research from ECU has found that a daily cuppa (among other things) could help you enjoy better cardiovascular health late in life.
A fighting future
Prostate cancer exercise
New research from ECU has shown that exercise causes muscles to secrete proteins called myokines into our blood that can suppress tumour growth and even help actively fight cancerous cells.
Safe and sustainable food
Putting bugs on the menu
ECU research has found 20 proteins in cricket-based food products that could trigger severe allergic reactions in those consuming these nutrient-rich insects.
Psychological distress
Exercise oncology
For more than 15 years ECU's Exercise Medicine Research Institute has been at the forefront of the science and clinical practice behind exercise oncology.
Research Goes Global
ACRISP research
Researchers from the Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention (ACRISP), are collaborating with sports bodies worldwide to turn elite-level research into practical benefits for sport and public health.
Disaster trauma
Helping the heroes
ECU's disaster expert Associate Professor Erin Smith's research into the impact on first responders has uncovered the startling psychological trauma that remains long after the crisis subsides.
Natural and Built Environments
The IGNIS Project
Lightning, fire and space: launching the IGNIS project
A collaborative ECU research project is using space technology to study thunderstorms and the lightning strikes that result in fires that can have devastating and deadly consequences in the Australian landscape.
Global impact
A new roadmap to save Australia's seagrasses 
ECU research maps risks to Australian seagrass meadows, aiding crucial conservation efforts.
Efficient Plastic Recycling
Changing the future of plastic recycling
ECU’s Associate Professor Amir Razmjou is developing next-generation membranes from recycled PVC to process wastewater, minerals, and lithium.
Membranes and Microplastics
Smart membranes to remove microplastics from water
New internationally recognised research from ECU is developing 'smart' membranes to remove microplastics from aquatic and wastewater treatment systems.
New protein sources
From stockfeed to superfood
New research from ECU is pushing lupins toward the mainstream as a sustainable, plant-based, gluten-free protein source.
Green hydrogen quest
The holy grail of renewables
Professor Hongqi Sun and his team are developing photocatalysts that can accelerate the process of producing green hydrogen whilst improving energy efficiency.
Fighting climate change
Blue carbon economy
In world-first research, ECU's Dr Oscar Serrano and his team have accurately quantified the amount of greenhouse gases –or 'blue carbon' –being absorbed and emitted by Australian marine ecosystems.
Global impact
Seagrass
ECU's ground-breaking marine science research will inform global climate change policy for years to come.
Securing Digital Futures
More Amazon than mafia
The business of cybercrime
According to lead researcher Dr Roberto Musotto, cybercrime organisations are more like traditional online retailers found on Amazon than the Cosa Nostra.
A safer world
Cyber security
Fingerprints are rapidly losing their effectiveness as a secure method for smartphone access, as cyber criminals have discovered ways to bypass the technology.
Society and Culture
Musical inspiration
Bird song
New research from ECU has focused on birdsong, where native Western Australian birds are the composers, paired with experimental instruments in an engaging new music project.
Childrens' literature
Kids' books missing the mark on gender
New research from ECU has revealed childrens' books are perpetuating outdated stereotypes of gender roles including boys playing sport, doing physical work and girls as passive onlookers.
Reading for life
Arresting the rise in aliteracy
ECU literacy researcher Dr. Margaret Merga of ECU is creating strategies to prevent aliteracy—teens who can read but lack interest in reading for pleasure as adults.