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Study urges focus on longer walks, not step totals

Regular walks of more than 10 minutes may be more beneficial than the much-publicised 10,000 steps a day target. New global research, led by the University of Sydney and

Lifestyle trumps drastic weight loss in fertility stakes

Weight loss, by itself, is not enough to boost male fertility, according to a new Australian study. University of Adelaide researchers have analysed 32 global studies

New biomarker helps to better target ovarian cancer

Australian researchers have found a better way to target one of the world’s most deadliest cancers. Scientists from the University of South Australia (UniSa) and

Parkinson’s pain a chronic problem often overlooked

People living with Parkinson’s disease are nearly three times more likely to suffer from chronic pain compared to the general community. QIMR Berghofer Associate

Australia’s carbon sinks leaking emissions

The deteriorating health of tropical rainforests are turning them into carbon emitters, as opposed to the traditional carbon sinks relied on to combat the greenhouse

Gallipoli Medical Research celebrates 20 years of innovation

A Brisbane medical research institute, which translates innovation into practical support for Australia’s military veterans, is this year remembering 20 years of

Shape-shifting robots rise from thin sheets. Watch video

Researchers have created robots which can “shape-shift” without the need for a motor. North Carolina State University scientists have developed metabots, made from

First trial of psychedelics to treat depression promising

Results from the first Australia trial of using psychedelics to treat depression have given hope for a new effective treatment. Lead researcher Professor Susan Rossell,

New Act boosts QIMR Berghofer breakthroughs

The speed at which Queensland medical innovation can benefit patients has been enhanced with the passage of new legislation in State Parliament. The Queensland Institute

Transport study stress tests 30km/h speed limit

Reducing the speed limit in residential streets to 30km/h would significantly boost cyclist safety without having a major impact on car trip times. New modelling by RMIT

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