Health & medicine

Scientists identify new resistance genes in superbugs resistant to a common disinfectant

28 November 2013

In cutting-edge genomics research conducted at Macquarie University, researchers have identified a new family of resistance genes that allow bacteria …

World-first device offers new insight into life with a cochlear implant

29 October 2013

A new imaging device was launched on Macquarie University’s campus today, helping researchers in the ARC Centre of Excellence in …

NHMRC funding secured for insight into malaria, brain research and more

24 October 2013

As announced in the latest round of funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), medical researchers at …

New study shows cognitive behaviour therapy effective in treating older Australians with anxiety and depression

4 October 2013

New research from Macquarie University has revealed that cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) can be effective in treating comorbid depression and …

Is your garden putting your health at risk? Free test for soil metal contamination at Open Day 2013

7 September 2013

Update: see the latest Vegesafe news here. Urban gardens and home vegetable patches are increasingly popular in Sydney, yet few …

Macquarie in the running to build and operate Northern Beaches Hospital

3 September 2013

CEO Carol Bryant believes Macquarie University Hospital (MUH) would make an outstanding choice as the operator of the Northern Beaches …

Noise destroys: Australian Hearing Hub mini expo highlights impact of noise on hearing

21 August 2013

If you are concerned about hearing damage to yourself or others through noisy workplaces, or from personal music players, get …

Prime Minister visits campus to announce new Medical Technologies Innovation Partnership

16 August 2013

On Monday, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd announced the first new Australian Innovation Partnership – the Medical Technologies Innovation Partnership – …

Smokers: frustration, temptation, inhalation – tried meditation?

6 August 2013

“I can resist everything except temptation” Oscar Wilde. Research has shown that attention and reaction can affect drinking and smoking. …

New technology safeguards Australian research against helium shortages

31 July 2013

Macquarie University ‘flicked the switch’ on a state-of-the-art liquid helium recovery system yesterday, in partnership with the CSIRO and as …

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