News: Societal wellbeing
Unpacking sugar’s effects on kids’ brains
Sugar has long been blamed for hyperactivity in children, but research from the University of Adelaide reveals that its effects on the young brain are far more complex and long-lasting.
Cashless society: the true cost of pain-free payments
A new study from University of Adelaide researchers has revealed that while cashless payments are convenient, they come at a price.
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Digital age: screen time’s effect on language learning in children
Research at the University of Adelaide highlights how screen time can interfere with—and possibly aid—children’s early development.
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Speed-reducing innovations drive safety on regional roads
University of Adelaide’s Centre for Automotive Safety Research (CASR) is developing technology to reduce crashes at regional intersections and––in the words of CASR researcher Chris Stokes––“save lives.”
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Jailing is Failing: Rehabilitation in the Australian Prison System
The women entering Australia’s prison system are invariably accompanied by significant histories of trauma and abuse. Some have had children forcibly removed, and many women are experiencing levels of self-harm and suicidal ideation that would be completely unacceptable if identified in the outside world.
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Research unpacking student scholarships for work experience
Financial support for students undertaking work integrated learning is essential for improving the accessibility of internships and work placements. Research from the University of Adelaide Law School has identified key gaps in these programs and generated recommendations for maximising their accessibility.
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As the Aussie home ownership dream fades, it’s time to lift our game for renters
The number of people renting in Australia is growing at twice the rate of home ownership, and a new dataset generated by University of Adelaide researchers will help inform future policy that supports renters and guides infrastructure spending.
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A cool change is coming to city streets
Our cities are heating up and we need to find innovative ways to lower urban temperatures, or life will become increasingly harder for residents. In Adelaide, the number of days when outdoor temperatures soared above 40°C increased from only two days per year in 2000 to six days per year in 2020.
The solution to staying safe could lie in the virtual world
Whilst many of us escape into virtual worlds as a fun diversion, Researchers believe the secret to teaching people to behave safely and act decisively in the real world can also be found amongst online realms.
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Battling the complexities of diagnosing Parkinson’s Disease
New research is hoping to create more accurate diagnostic tests to allow earlier intervention.
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