A new roadmap to save Australia's seagrasses
New ECU research has mapped risks to Australian seagrass meadows that underscore and assist in the crucial task of conservation.
ECU celebrates Pride Month in November
PrideFEST is a series of sports, arts and cultural events and activations during November, including the historic Pride Parade through Northbridge. We encourage everyone to be a part of PrideFest 2024.
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Changing the future of plastic recycling
New research from ECU Associate Professor Amir Razmjou is developing a new generation of membranes from recycled PVC that will allow the processing of wastewater, minerals, and even lithium.
How a quick scan can detect dementia risk
New research from ECU shows that common bone density scans can also reveal plaque build-up in the abdominal aorta - which researchers have found is a reliable marker for developing dementia.
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Celebrating 50 years of Early Childhood Education at ECU
Along with ECU staff and community members, the first ever ECU Early Childhood Education cohort celebrated the significant milestone, showcasing a journey of growth and connection.
ECU researchers develop metric scale to attract marathon runners
Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have developed a metric scale to assist tourism providers in tapping the growing marathon tourism market.
ECU proudly celebrating Pride Month this November
ECU's proud and continued support for LGBTIQA+ students, staff, alumni and the wider community is being celebrated across our campuses and out in the community throughout Pride Month.
Misconception fuelling inaction: Public calls for legal age of criminal responsibility to be increased
New Edith Cowan University research has investigated public awareness and perceptions regarding the minimum age of criminal responsibility (MACR) in Western Australia, which is currently 10 years old.
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