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Researchers offer mums ‘liquid gold’ alternative to formula feeding in hospital

Interest in antenatal colostrum expression (ACE) is on the rise, with research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) showing that around…

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Cancer Council WA Postdoctoral Research Fellowship awarded to ECU’s Dr Mary Kennedy

Edith Cowan University (ECU) researcher Dr Mary Kennedy has been awarded $225,000 over the next three years in a bid…

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Happy parenting – prevention is better than cure

Many parenting interventions emphasise skills training after problems develop, as opposed to establishing a strong parent-child relationship from early on….

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Knee calf and ankle injuries dominate NBL’s first injury report

The National Basketball League (NBL) has released its first injury report, undertaken by Edith Cowan University (ECU) researchers, revealing that...

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ECU research debunks link between calcium supplements and dementia

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU), Curtin University and the University of Western Australia has found no evidence that calcium...

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ECU research uncovers why some athletes struggle to bounce back after ACL surgery

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has uncovered a surprising result in athletes following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction,...

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Eat your greens and skip the sugar spikes

New research by Edith Cowan University (ECU), Cruciferous vegetables improve glycaemic control compared to root/squash vegetables in a randomized, controlled, crossover...

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Machine learning to help identify ‘hidden fat’ on routine bone scans

Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) are developing an artificial intelligence algorithm that can use bone density scans captured to...

2025 NHIRI/NSA Symposium

2025 NHIRI / NSA Symposium: An appetite for consumer driven research We invite you to join us for an exciting...

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Muscle over mass could be the key to recruit success

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has shown age might just be a number when it comes to police recruit...

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ECU-developed AI to revolutionise early disease detection

Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) have developed a cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) system that could support medical professionals in...

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Cancer survivors could be missing out on exercise benefits

It’s widely accepted that exercise can help people living with cancer, but new Edith Cowan University (ECU) research shows many oncology healthcare...

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Finding the root of tooth decay in kids

A lack of oral health literacy among caregivers and access to dental services is driving tooth decay in young children...

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Leafy greens could be good for the heart

A cup and a half of leafy green vegetables could go a long way to addressing atherosclerotic vascular diseases (ASVDs), new...

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ECU led team to partner with the Heart Foundation to commercialise a new solution to screen for blood vessel calcification

A team led by Edith Cowan University (ECU)’s Nutrition and Health Innovation Research Institute (NHIRI) within the School of Medical...

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Tea, berries, dark chocolate and apples could lead to a longer life span, study shows

New research has found that those who consume a diverse range of foods rich in flavonoids, such as tea, berries,...

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ECU research leads to IBS solution

Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have developed a dietary fibre powder, ur gut®, to assist people suffering from irritable...

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New machine algorithm could identify cardiovascular risk at the click of a button

An automated machine learning program developed by researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in conjunction with the University of Manitoba...

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Emerging NHIRI researchers recognised for groundbreaking health solutions

The WANMA program, including the Emerging Leaders program and Ideas Grants program, are part of the WA Future Health Research...

ABC 7:30 Report on ‘Should Junk Food Advertising be banned’

Professor Gina Trapp, Head of the Food Environments Team at NHIRI, recently featured on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) 7:30...

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ECU collaboration awarded $1 million to improve nutrition in people with leaky legs

A new research collaboration between Edith Cowan University's (ECU's) Nutrition & Health Innovation Research Institute (NHIRI), Silverchain, Sir Charles Gairdner...

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Electrifying results for new ACL recovery plan

Electrical brain stimulation could be the key to getting athletes back on track following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, new...

A close-up image of a breast pump filled with milk sitting on a wooden surface, with a blurred background of a mother nursing her baby. An inset photo shows Associate Professor Therese O'Sullivan smiling.

Researchers offer mums ‘liquid gold’ alternative to formula feeding in hospital

Interest in antenatal colostrum expression (ACE) is on the rise, with research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) showing that around...

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2024 NHIRI/NSA Research Symposium: Showcasing Innovation for a Healthy Future

The 2024 NHIRI/NSA Research Symposium, themed "Innovative Solutions for a Healthy Future," brought together leading researchers, students, and professionals to...

Dr Mary Kennedy

Cancer Council WA Postdoctoral Research Fellowship awarded to ECU’s Dr Mary Kennedy

Edith Cowan University (ECU) researcher Dr Mary Kennedy has been awarded $225,000 over the next three years in a bid...

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Happy parenting – prevention is better than cure

Many parenting interventions emphasise skills training after problems develop, as opposed to establishing a strong parent-child relationship from early on....

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Funding to reduce stress for new parents – and benefit the whole family

It’s well known the first year of life is vital for a child’s development, but can also be one of...