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Farmers urged to beware of needle stick injuries at lamb-marking time

16 October 2019

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Deakin experts: Climate change threatens emergency health responses

11 October 2019

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Farmers urged to beware of needle stick injuries at lamb-marking time
Farmers urged to beware of needle stick injuries at lamb-marking time The National Centre for Farmer Health has warned agricultural workers and regional doctors to be vigilant about needle stick injuries this lamb-marking season.
16 Oct 2019
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Deakin researchers find key solution to recycling solar panels A pair of researchers from Deakin's Institute for Frontier Materials has found a way to extract silicon from discarded solar panels and repurpose it into nano-silicon for batteries, solving the biggest problem that's preventing photovoltaic cells from being recycled.
14 Oct 2019
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Deakin experts: Climate change threatens emergency health responses
Deakin experts: Climate change threatens emergency health responses Climate change is increasing public health risks, while also making it more difficult to deal with disease outbreaks and other health crises through emergency and humanitarian action, according to Deakin experts.
11 Oct 2019
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Deakin research looks for water-wise processing in mineral mining
Deakin research looks for water-wise processing in mineral mining Deakin researchers are looking for new ways to separate mineral particles from water as part of a major push to drive more environmentally sustainable processes within Australia's mining industry.
10 Oct 2019
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Study shows belief in destiny a cruel fate for marriage satisfaction
Study shows belief in destiny a cruel fate for marriage satisfaction A strong belief in fate can have a significant negative effect on your marriage, according to a new study from Deakin University.
9 Oct 2019
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Cybercrime may be a battle we are destined to lose, says Deakin expert
Cybercrime may be a battle we are destined to lose, says Deakin expert One in three Australians can expect to be impacted by cybercrime or a data breach which releases their personal details, according to a Deakin cybersecurity expert.
7 Oct 2019
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From senior cit to senior fit: Gym trial puts weight behind active bones
From senior cit to senior fit: Gym trial puts weight behind active bones Community exercise programs could be key to helping Australia's ageing population maintain bone and muscle health, while busting common misconceptions about the type of exercise best for older adults, according to a new Deakin University study.
4 Oct 2019
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Social media can be helpful distraction during exam time: Deakin expert
Social media can be helpful distraction during exam time: Deakin expert As Year 12 students prepare for their final weeks of revision ahead of exams, a Deakin University education expert has highlighted the importance of relaxation, including spending time on social media, to offset the stressful study period.
3 Oct 2019
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Deakin study finds school swimming programs alone not enough to keep kids safe
Deakin study finds school swimming programs alone not enough to keep kids safe Most children who only learn to swim by attending intensive school swimming programs can't swim a year later, placing children at greater risk of drowning, Deakin researchers have found.
3 Oct 2019
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Deakin Business School among world's best with new EQUIS accreditation
Deakin Business School among world's best with new EQUIS accreditation Deakin Business School has been awarded EQUIS accreditation through the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).
3 Oct 2019
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Deakin graduates ready to take on climate change and driverless cars
Deakin graduates ready to take on climate change and driverless cars Thousands of Deakin students will descend upon the University's Waterfront Campus in Geelong this week as Vice-Chancellor Professor Iain Martin presides over his first round of graduation ceremonies.
1 Oct 2019
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Deakin uses 3-D to scan costumes in Arts Centre Melbourne's national collection
Deakin uses 3-D to scan costumes in Arts Centre Melbourne's national collection Deakin University virtual reality researchers are partnering with the Arts Centre Melbourne to trial state-of-the-art imaging technology to enhance the interpretation, interaction and documentation of the extraordinary costume collection of Australian opera star, Dame Joan Sutherland.
26 Sep 2019
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Deakin study paves the way for greater access and inclusion in Geelong
Deakin study paves the way for greater access and inclusion in Geelong A collective plan of action driven by people with a lived experience of disability will ensure Geelong leads the way as a city with accessibility and inclusion at its heart.
25 Sep 2019
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Profit-sharing could help boost productivity, wage growth: Deakin study
Profit-sharing could help boost productivity, wage growth: Deakin study Profit-sharing could be a way to boost Australia's economy and jumpstart stagnant wage growth, according to the lead author of a new Deakin University study looking at the effect of profit-sharing on employee productivity.
25 Sep 2019
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Early success is critical for university student engagement: Deakin study
Early success is critical for university student engagement: Deakin study A student's first assessment at university can be an important indicator of their future success, new Deakin research has shown.
24 Sep 2019
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Deakin opens 'state-of-the-science' exercise and sport building at Burwood
Deakin opens 'state-of-the-science' exercise and sport building at Burwood Deakin University has confirmed its status as a world leader in sport science with the official opening of a 'state-of-the-science' building for exercise and sport science research and education at the Burwood campus.
24 Sep 2019
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Deakin scientists share secret to the Holy Grail of hot chips
Deakin scientists share secret to the Holy Grail of hot chips Deakin taste scientists have shed light on the science behind perfecting one of the country's favourite footy finals snacks, the hot chip.
23 Sep 2019
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Deakin receives SAGE Athena Swan Bronze award
Deakin receives SAGE Athena Swan Bronze award Deakin has received a prestigious Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award for its programs that encourage more women to study, research and work in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).
23 Sep 2019
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Deakin researchers in world first study of children's technology use
Deakin researchers in world first study of children's technology use Deakin researchers are joint partners in a new national research centre investigating the impact of digital technology on Australian children.
23 Sep 2019
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Community care program reducing youth substance abuse and crime
Community care program reducing youth substance abuse and crime Australian communities have reduced underage alcohol use at twice the national rate using an innovative community engagement model, a Deakin University evaluation has found.
20 Sep 2019
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