9 Feb 2016 New device to get people with paralysis back on their feet Melbourne medical researchers have created a new minimally invasive brain-machine interface, giving people with spinal cord injuries new hope to walk again with the power of thought.
8 Feb 2016 Melbourne to play prominent role in Ireland’s Easter Rising 1916 commemorations The far reaching repercussions of Ireland’s historic 1916 Easter Rising, and specifically its effect on Australia during a time of war, will be explored as State Library Victoria and the University of Melbourne partner to commemorate the centenary of this seminal moment in Irish history.
4 Feb 2016 Researchers closer to genetic risk test for bowel cancer University of Melbourne researchers are working to unlock more genetic variants that could predict a person’s risk of developing bowel cancer.
3 Feb 2016 University statement on teaching flexibility The University has been transparent in its desire that high quality learning and teaching will define the institution, and remain a key strategic priority.
3 Feb 2016 University of Melbourne partners with ANROWS to deliver world first family violence index An expert research team from the University of Melbourne will deliver a world first family violence index for Australia's National Research Organisation for Women's Safety (ANROWS).
3 Feb 2016 Diabetes discovery could lead to more effective drugs The formation of type 2 diabetes is directly related to how our muscles convert sugar, a landmark new study has found.
1 Feb 2016 Top 10 ways to give nature a helping hand Victorians are being urged to help nature adapt to new conditions under climate change through a new 10-point guide.
27 Jan 2016 Rapid Feedback for student learning A new app created by learning specialists from the University of Melbourne will enable teachers to assess and provide helpful feedback in real time as students deliver oral presentations.
26 Jan 2016 Eminent University of Melbourne staff and academics receive Australia Day 2016 honours University of Melbourne Vice-Chancellor Professor Glyn Davis has paid tribute to members of the University community named in this year’s Australia Day honours.
22 Jan 2016 New method for making biofuels is cheaper and better for the environment Chemical and biomolecular engineers from the Melbourne School of Engineering have discovered a new way to deliver carbon dioxide to microalgae, which in turn can be harvested to make renewable fuels such as biodiesel.