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28 May 2019

Treasury goes green with the help of University researchers

The University of Melbourne has partnered with the Department of Environment Land Water and Planning (DELWP) and the City of Melbourne on a research project to retrofit the building that houses the office of the Victorian Premier with a green roof.

28 May 2019

University congratulates Australian Academy of Science Fellows

Outstanding University of Melbourne scientists will be formally inducted as Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science this evening in Canberra.

27 May 2019

Support needed for multiple-birth families to improve outcomes

Having multiple-birth babies can be a time of wonder and excitement, however, according to the first-ever international collaborative report released today, these babies and their families can face serious disadvantages compared to parents of single-birth babies.

20 May 2019

Growing medical workforce increases competition, study finds

The number of junior doctors in Australia has almost doubled in 10 years, leading to increased competition and a changing workforce composition according to the ANZ – Melbourne Institute Health Report.

20 May 2019

Growth in life expectancy in Australia slows, research finds

After 20 years of rapid increases in life expectancy at birth, the rate of growth in Australia is now falling behind most other high-income nations, research shows.

17 May 2019

Launch of research and development centre boosts Mallee’s regional agricultural expertise

The launch of the Mallee Regional Innovation Centre (MRIC) in Mildura today, a joint venture between the University of Melbourne, La Trobe University and SuniTAFE, marks the beginning of a new commitment to research, innovation and collaboration for the Mallee region.

10 May 2019

Australian study will change the way stroke is treated around the world

A team of Melbourne researchers have found the time to treat ischemic stroke patients can be doubled. One in five people suffer stroke in their sleep and this will be life changing for them.

10 May 2019

University welcomes proposed R&D initiative

The University has welcomed Labor’s election commitment of a research and development premium tax concession for businesses collaborating with universities and other publicly-funded research institutions.

6 May 2019

Australian judges and magistrates experience high rates of stress, study finds

An Australian-first survey of the wellbeing of judges and magistrates has revealed a judiciary at risk of burnout or trauma from having to constantly deal with high workloads and the harrowing details of serious crimes.

3 May 2019

University of Melbourne Old Quad redevelopment complete

The University of Melbourne’s Old Quadrangle building has come to life once again following a two-year reconstruction of the north wing. It was opened by the Governor of Victoria, Linda Dessau.

1 May 2019

Funding commitments to benefit students and Indigenous health

The University of Melbourne welcomes the Opposition’s election commitments of $1.65 million to provide internships to disadvantaged students and $2 million to expand the work of the Melbourne Poche Centre and network for emerging Indigenous leaders in health.

1 May 2019

Living Pavilion transforms University landscape

The Living Pavilion, a 17-day event that celebrates Indigenous knowledge, ecological science and sustainable design, opens at the University of Melbourne’s Parkville campus, today.

1 May 2019

Fat cell discovery could help combat obesity-related health issues

Researchers have discovered differences in fat cells that could potentially identify people predisposed to metabolic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular and fatty liver disease.

1 May 2019

Pancreatic cancer resource offers strength to patients and families

People living with pancreatic cancer have helped develop an Australian-first online resource to support patients after diagnosis.

30 Apr 2019

Expert panel draws up 15 recommendations to renew Australia’s democratic process

The University of Melbourne School of Government, in partnership with the newDemocracy Foundation and the Susan McKinnon Foundation, has produced a new paper entitled ‘Reforming our Democracy’ outlining a list of 15 reform options designed to improve the Australian democratic process.

29 Apr 2019

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Treasury goes green with the help of University researchers

University congratulates Australian Academy of Science Fellows

Support needed for multiple-birth families to improve outcomes

Growing medical workforce increases competition, study finds

Growth in life expectancy in Australia slows, research finds

Launch of research and development centre boosts Mallee’s regional agricultural expertise

Australian study will change the way stroke is treated around the world

University welcomes proposed R&D initiative

Australian judges and magistrates experience high rates of stress, study finds

University of Melbourne Old Quad redevelopment complete

Funding commitments to benefit students and Indigenous health

Living Pavilion transforms University landscape

Fat cell discovery could help combat obesity-related health issues

Pancreatic cancer resource offers strength to patients and families

Expert panel draws up 15 recommendations to renew Australia’s democratic process

Your genetic make-up has little impact on your dental health, new study finds

33-year study shows increasing ocean winds and wave heights

Bipartisan support for Tax Clinic to benefit the community

Improved procedure for cancer-related erectile dysfunction

Stawell Underground Physics Lab to delve into dark matter