News: Societal wellbeing
What people’s beef is with gene editing?
Gene editing in the beef industry could provide significant new strategies for producing far superior livestock. It could be used to produce cattle that are heathier, more environmentally resilient and allow for higher levels of animal welfare by eliminating the need for painful common procedures.
Disjointed sleep can be a health nightmare for women
Most people remember when they wake during the night. But it’s the many briefer moments of stirring from slumber that can dramatically impact health – particularly for women.
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The secret to powerful storytelling
Have you ever wondered why some stories draw people into another world or even affect their lives? What are the key elements a story needs to grab a reader’s attention, engage them with the subject, evoke emotions and prompt a change in their behaviour?
Professorial Lecture Series: Professor Jodie Conduit
Engaging for Social Good: Using the principles of customer engagement to improve individual and societal well-being.
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Abuse of Powers of Attorney under the spotlight
In the face of increasing concerns about the abuse of Powers of Attorney, legal experts are asking for submissions as part of their review of existing South Australian law.
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A return to the wild for better immune health
Revegetating green spaces within cities can improve soil quality and has been linked to human health benefits.
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The many faces of social housing in Australia
Social housing has been home to many Australians over its 80+ year history.
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How to flatten the curve of coronavirus, a mathematician explains
Slowing the spread of the coronavirus is of utmost importance for Australians, with the Federal government continuing to provide new updates about hygiene and social distancing requirements to ease the stress on hospital beds.
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Professorial Lecture Series: Professor Alex Brown
Overcoming health Inequalities experienced by Aboriginal Australians: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?
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Newstart debate must focus on people, not politics
Economics researchers at the University of Adelaide are urging politicians to address the issue of the Newstart Allowance with maturity and consider increasing it by as much as $120 per week.
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