19 Oct 2018 Statement from University of Melbourne On Thursday 17 October an article in the annual Ormond Papers publication outlined several accounts of sexual assault at University of Melbourne affiliated residential colleges.
18 Oct 2018 Detecting watermelon ripeness, 3D printed prostheses and window washing drones: engineering and IT students showcase their futuristic innovations Have you ever seen a drone autonomously washing the windows on a skyscraper? A sensor detecting the peak ripeness of a watermelon? A child receiving a new 3D-printed hand as they grow and develop?
16 Oct 2018 New virtual quantum programming environment explains a subject even Einstein described as ‘spooky’ Quantum physicists have produced a novel system to simulate and visualise what is happening inside a quantum computer – a feat impossible to do in real life because observing the computer would ‘collapse’ its quantum state.
15 Oct 2018 Sneak peek at new Ian Potter Southbank Centre in the Melbourne Arts Precinct The University of Melbourne’s Ian Potter Southbank Centre today opened for a sneak preview by Victoria’s Creative Industries Minister Martin Foley.
15 Oct 2018 Some heartburn treatments depress body iron levels, study finds New research has found an association between some popular heartburn treatments and iron deficiency.
11 Oct 2018 Academics recognised for their impact on the health and wellbeing of Australians The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences (AAHMS) has elected 37 new Fellows in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the health and medical community in Australia.
11 Oct 2018 UK Biobank: Largest human genetic study is launched Three Australian scientists have contributed to the world’s largest genetic study on humans, providing a first-of-its kind resource for health researchers across the globe to further medical research and drug development and potentially provide more efficient and personalised treatments of diseases.
11 Oct 2018 Sports carnival to help keep an eye on good health Eye health will be a focus at the 2018 VACSAL Senior Aboriginal Football & Netball Carnival in Ballarat, a three-day event celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and pride.
9 Oct 2018 Driving innovation in next-gen AI medical technologies A new research training centre based in Victoria will develop artificial intelligence (AI) applications for medical technologies and train an expert workforce that will drive Australian innovation.
5 Oct 2018 University secures major partnership The University of Melbourne has secured a partnership with a major bio-pharmaceutical company which will deliver significant opportunities for the university’s researchers and students in coming years.