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University of Toronto Plant Biologists Harness High-Tech Growth Chambers to Cultivate Resilient…
In the basement of the University of Toronto Scarborough’s Science Research Building are four chambers that look like industrial walk-in fridges in a restaurant – but they’re high-tech labs where biologists are conducting plant experiments…
University of Toronto Researchers’ Novel Approach to Generating Neural Cells Holds Promise for…
Researchers at the University of Toronto believe they’ve found a way to better control the generation of key neurons depleted in Parkinson’s disease – suggesting a potentially new approach to addressing a disease with no cure and few…
University of Toronto Producers Set to Make Cannes Debut with Two Films
The University of Toronto’s Elizabeth Wijaya and Weijie Lai are headed to the French Riveria to see not one, but two films debut at Cannes.
The two scholars – Wijaya is an assistant professor in U of T Mississauga’s department of visual…
University of Toronto Astronomers Partner with Kâpapâmahchakwêw – Wandering Spirit School to Develop…
A group of astronomers from the University of Toronto and students, teachers and caregivers from Toronto’s Kâpapâmahchakwêw – Wandering Spirit School recently shared a once-in-a-lifetime experience: witnessing a total solar eclipse.
The…
Flinders University Investigator Grant Aims to Address Problematic Gaming
Developing effective programs to address young people’s dependency on video games and digital technologies is the goal of a major new Flinders University program.
Led by chief Investigator, Associate Professor Daniel King from the…
Enhancing Quality of Care for Elderly Australians During Hospitalization
Building on their nationally recognised work for improving aged care, a Flinders University team will now turn its attention to quality improvements for older people within the healthcare system.
Led by Matthew Flinders Professor…
Flinders University: Introducing a New Online Tool to Aid Individuals with Metastatic Breast Cancer
A new online support tool aiming to guide people through the psychological impact of their advanced/metastatic breast cancer diagnosis has now entered the testing phase, with those living with the disease invited to take part and trial the…
Study Highlights Limits of Machine Learning in Surgical Predictions
Prediction models generated by Machine Learning are being increasingly used in medicine to identify risk factors and possible outcomes, especially for total joint replacements of knees and hips – although researchers warn that…
Swinburne-Funded Software Startup Fluency Debuts First Product Suite
Fluency, a software startup founded by Swinburne University of Technology alum Oliver Farnill and co-founder Finnlay Morcombe, has achieved a significant milestone on its journey to market success.
The company will officially reveal its…
Swinburne University of Technology: MChart Revolutionizes Mental Health Service Planning with…
An exciting collaborative project has achieved a significant milestone in mental health service planning in the ACT, with Swinburne playing a pivotal role as lead technology partner.
The project team have built a prototype of a business…