20 Jan 2016 New research reveals mindful parenting reduces child stress Mindfulness in parenting significantly reduces children’s stress levels, according to a new study by the University of Melbourne’s Director of Positive Psychology Lea Waters.
20 Jan 2016 Leadership study shows age beats height New research out of the University of Melbourne suggests that when it comes to good leadership at the Olympic level, age trumps physical stature.
19 Jan 2016 Melbourne strengthens its gateway to Asia Research from the University of Melbourne shows how Melbourne Airport has recorded a steady increase in the share of travellers to and from Asia.
19 Jan 2016 Demand on the rise for agriculture courses The University of Melbourne has made a record number of first-round offers for its Bachelor of Agriculture program in 2016, with almost 200 domestic students invited to enrol this academic year.
19 Jan 2016 Real acupuncture no better than sham acupuncture for treating hot flushes A new study has revealed traditional Chinese acupuncture treatments are no better than fake acupuncture for treating menopause symptoms.
18 Jan 2016 University welcomes high numbers of interstate, Indigenous students The University of Melbourne has made a milestone number of offers to interstate and Indigenous students for 2016, according to the latest Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) data, released today.
4 Jan 2016 Twenty new freshwater fish species uncovered in the Kimberley Researchers have discovered a record 20 new fish species while conducting fieldwork in the remote Kimberley, unveiling it as Australia's most biodiverse region for freshwater fish.