Media Releases : Archive
Here is an archive of news releases, newest first. Older articles can be retrieved using the News Search box.
[ 29 Apr 2009 ] Understanding the tricks of HIV infection
Researchers have gained new insight into how the immune system responds to HIV. The new findings are a step closer to understanding how to develop preventative and therapeutic vaccines against HIV and why some individuals have better clinical outcomes after treatment. [ 28 Apr 2009 ] Australian Architectural Index to be available online
Australia’s peak architectural and design index, covering more than 50 000 items, will be easier to access following the launch of a digitised web edition. [ 28 Apr 2009 ] Inaugural Save the Frogs Day to raise awareness of global frog declines
Nearly one-third of the world’s 6,490 amphibian species are threatened with extinction, and at least 150 species have completely disappeared since 1980. [ 27 Apr 2009 ] Advancing architecture through integrated design
The integrated approach to combining architecture and advanced engineering will be the focus of an upcoming lecture by world-renowned architect, Winston Shu. [ 24 Apr 2009 ] Kicking goals: scoring for health
“If we win today we’re in the finals. It’s not for yourself today. Everything you do today is for all your team mates out there. You’ve done it all year, lift that care for each other up another notch. Let’s show them that there’s a bunch of blokes who know how to play for each other and know how to play footy,” Alan Brown, Coach, Fitzroy Stars Football Club. [ 22 Apr 2009 ] War crimes trials and the legal problems of evil
Evil, law and humanity are all linked, but to what ends asks Professor Gerry Simpson in the Inaugural Professorial Lecture at the Melbourne Law School. [ 22 Apr 2009 ] ANZACs at Gallipoli accidental archaeologists, finding two ancient cities, and settlement at Lone Pine
ANZACs landing at Gallipoli in 1915 discovered classical ruins from antiquity while digging trenches, and uncovered evidence that Lone Pine – now a place of pilgrimage for many Australians – was already a place of special significance to people in the ancient world. [ 22 Apr 2009 ] Long-sighted funding aids bionic eye reality by 2011
The first clinical test of an Australian bionic eye is likely to take place within two years and be commercialised within five according to University of Melbourne researchers, thanks to a $50 million funding boost from the Federal Government. [ 20 Apr 2009 ] The Science of Bushfire and Recovery – understanding future risks and managing recovery.
The science behind Victoria’s recent bushfires will be discussed at a forum at the University of Melbourne this week. The Melbourne School of Land and Environment will host a public forum as part of the Bushfire Recovery Initiative (BRI). The forum will address critical scientific issues including climate change, understanding the risks and management of bushfires, bushfire behaviour and the implications for our catchments and streams. [ 20 Apr 2009 ] US expert examines Obama Presidency - - as first 100 days nears
As Barack Obama approaches his first 100 days at President of the United States, noted US congressional scholar and media commentator, Dr Tom Mann, will discuss the performance of the Obama Administration in a public lecture at the University of Melbourne . [ 17 Apr 2009 ] Across the great divide: from lab to marketplace
University of Melbourne researchers have leapt the lab to marketplace divide, by selling the world’s first Single Photon Source to Germany. Single Photon Sources are the key to advances in Quantum Communications which will provide unprecedented Ultra-high Security for information transfer. [ 16 Apr 2009 ] Nancy Millis AC Symposium: a legacy in science and public policy, from water and environment to women in science and higher education.
The Royal Society of Victoria will host a symposium at the University of Melbourne to highlight the contribution of Emeritus Professor Nancy Millis AC to science, higher education and public policy. [ 16 Apr 2009 ] Leading expert says criticisms of Early Years Framework ‘deny the science’ of early childhood development
Outrage and accusations of political correctness by politicians and some sections of the media in response to the Government’s Draft Early Years Framework are misguided, and deny the science of early childhood development, according to University of Melbourne Chair of Early Childhood Education and Care, Professor Collette Tayler. [ 16 Apr 2009 ] How do we make Australia the world’s healthiest country by 2020?
Reducing junk food advertising for kids and increasing alcohol taxes are among more than 400 suggested answers to this question; received in response to the Preventative Health Taskforce’s discussion paper, Australia: the healthiest country by 2020. [ 15 Apr 2009 ] Tentacles of venom: new study reveals all octopuses are venomous.
Once thought to be only the realm of the blue-ringed octopus, researchers have now shown that all octopuses and cuttlefish, and some squid are venomous. The work indicates that they all share a common, ancient venomous ancestor and highlights new avenues for drug discovery. [ 7 Apr 2009 ] Earthshine reflects Earth’s oceans and continents from the dark side of the Moon
Researchers from the University of Melbourne and Princeton University have shown for the first time that the difference in reflection of light from the Earth’s land masses and oceans can be seen on the dark side of the moon, a phenomenon known as earthshine. [ 7 Apr 2009 ] Not just a long distance relationship: immune cells in skin fight off infection better than the rest
Scientists at the University of Melbourne have discovered the local action of immune cells in the skin, which could improve treatment of viral skin infections. [ 2 Apr 2009 ] Freedom to surf: workers more productive if allowed to use the internet for leisure
Surfing the net at work for pleasure actually increases our concentration levels and helps make a more productive workforce, according to a new University of Melbourne study. [ 1 Apr 2009 ] More than just a pretty roof: colourful feature highlights environmental benefits at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.
A living green roof is providing a spectacular feature at this year’s Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS). Designed and built by a team from the University of Melbourne’s Burnley campus, the display highlights the benefits of green roofs which include aesthetically pleasing cityscapes, longer roof life, significantly reduced building energy use and a reduction of the urban heat island effect. |
