Research news

Guides target international research student experience

10 July 2017

A new series of booklets aims to improve outcomes for international postgraduate research students, and support their supervisors and training managers.

Deakin algorithm decrypts brain-on-chip signals

6 July 2017

IISRI researchers are helping to measure the brain's response to stimuli, with huge potential for breakthrough research - in areas ranging from mental health to artificial intelligence.

Deakin biostatistician named 'STEM superstar'

3 July 2017

IPAN's Dr Karen Lamb will join a national program promoting the achievements of women in science and technology.

Fourth industrial revolution is here, claims ARC Laureate Fellow

3 July 2017

World-leading IT expert, Professor Svetha Venkatesh, is using pattern recognition and machine learning to explore frontiers in medicine, materials, mental health and many other sectors

Religiosity enhances Muslims' citizenship

30 June 2017

A major international research project has shown that, for most Muslims, religious values enhance their sense of citizenship and ability to be just, open and caring people.

High-prevalence mental health disorders cost society billions

29 June 2017

New research puts a price on high-prevalence mental health conditions.

Mannequins go high-tech

29 June 2017

A multi-disciplinary project to assess medical students in life support is making a difference to learners and teachers.

Swim coaches sense change

29 June 2017

New technology from Deakin's Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation expands the potential for remote coaching.

Who has authority to speak for a river?

29 June 2017

A Deakin researcher is investigating the 'unstable relations' between Indigenous people and environmentalism in Australia.

Research with a difference for reproductive health

28 June 2017

Earthquakes and border blockades are uncommon barriers to completing a PhD, but a Deakin researcher has overcome them both.

Lab variations impact animal research

27 June 2017

How much do test results vary between different laboratories, and how much does it matter? It turns out that 'Quite a lot' is is the answer to both questions.

Emma Sciberras - veski for inspiring woman

22 June 2017

A Deakin researcher has been awarded a veski 'Inspiring Women' Fellowship, for the second year in a row.

Future of carbon fibre is here

21 June 2017

Thanks to breakthrough Deakin research, the University and LeMond Composites have joined forces in a $58 m deal to revolutionise the use of carbon fibre across the world.

Future Fellowship for ADI Professor

20 June 2017

Deakin's Professor Tim Winter has been awarded a prestigious ARC Future Fellowship

Islet transplantation: positive step for people with type 1 diabetes

19 June 2017

Professor Jane Speight has spoken on the benefits and issues of islet cell transplantation at the world's leading diabetes conference.

Collecting history

16 June 2017

A project investigating the history of collecting in Western Australia is turning up surprising finds around Australia and the world.

Leap forward for higher learning

15 June 2017

The launch of Deakin's Graduate Research Academy and PhD Xtra program places the University at the leading edge of research training in Australia.

Funding boost for Deakin's next generation research

9 June 2017

Deakin is among 22 universities to share in $5.7 M of project funding to develop game-changing defence capabilities.

Deakin climbs into global top 300 in QS rankings

8 June 2017

Leaping 62 places in the 2018 QS World University Rankings, Deakin is now placed in the world's top 300 universities by every major university ranking.

Bridging the divide

7 June 2017

Could increased collaboration between scientific disciplines help overcome immense challenges facing the world?