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Are your friendships keeping you healthy?

Are you between the ages of 19 and 24? We want to chat to you!

We'd like to invite you to participate in our latest research study to uncover just how much our friendships and relationships impact our mental health and physical wellbeing.

Participants will be given a $75 gift card for 30 minutes of their time (one-on-one), either online or in person.

ECU partners with Franklin Women

Edith Cowan University's (ECU) School of Nursing and Midwifery has become the first organisation in Western Australia to join Franklin Women, Australia's only professional community dedicated to supporting the careers of women working across the health and medical research ecosystem.

Major new investment at ECU's Midwifery ward

Edith Cowan University's (ECU) School of Nursing and Midwifery will be introducing its highly successful "Ward for a Day" initiative to its Midwifery discipline in the second semester of 2024, following a $500,000 investment into new and updated equipment.

Calls for more accurate testing to prevent antibiotic allergies in children

Research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has highlighted the need for children with a suspected antibiotic allergy to be fully assessed by drug allergy services.

First Breech Collective Conference a Resounding Success

The first Breech Collective conference was held at Edith Cowan University (ECU) Joondalup on 7th July 2024. This sold-out event brought together breech experts from around the world and those with lived experiences in order to share their wealth of knowledge regarding breech care and birth.

How we Die: Explaining the Process of Dying

Working with Southern Cross Care WA, as part of the No One Dies Alone project, Professor Davina Porock prepared a video presentation for volunteers to explain the process of dying: the way the body shuts down.

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Spin has transformed modern-day tennis. Here's the physics behind it

The ability to control a tennis ball's spin has transformed the modern game.

Taller tennis players have a natural advantage – but shorter athletes shouldn't despair

Taller tennis players don't just stand out in the players’ lounge – they enjoy a significant advantage on court.

ECU joins forces with Fraunhofer IAO to drive innovation for WA Industries

ECU has partnered with Fraunhofer to deliver immersive two-day R&D courses that are set to help drive innovation for WA businesses. Led by industry experts, the program offers interactive and hands-on experiences.

Aboriginal message sticks are a fascinating insight into a complex system of written communication

Aboriginal message sticks are a fascinating insight into a complex system of written communication.

ECU alum named as prestigious Sidney Myer Creative Fellow

ECU School of Arts and Humanities alum Jacobus Capone has been awarded the prestigious Sidney Myer Creative Fellowship that recognises outstanding talent and exceptional courage.

WA's miners could be carbon free in next few years

Mine sites in regional and remote parts of Western Australia could be fully powered by renewable energy within the next few years, Edith Cowan University (ECU) researchers found.

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