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Deakin helps to deliver high-tech Warrnambool War Memorial

3 December 2018

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3 December 2018

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Macaroni penguins vlog foraging trips Accelerometers, video cameras and GPS recorders are providing a new glimpse into penguin foraging behaviour and revealing how they react to changes in their environment.
4 Dec 2018
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Killer whales diving to record depths for dinner: Deakin research
Killer whales diving to record depths for dinner: Deakin research Killer whales are diving to record depths to pinch expensive catch from commercial fishing lines, expanding their role as an apex predator to the very depths of the ocean, Deakin researchers have found.
3 Dec 2018
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New study examines ways to increase physical activity in children 0-5 years old
New study examines ways to increase physical activity in children 0-5 years old Deakin University researchers have undertaken a comprehensive analysis of current research and developed recommendations for preschool and childcare industry workers and policymakers aiming to increase physical activity in young children aged 0-5 years old.
3 Dec 2018
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Deakin helps to deliver high-tech Warrnambool War Memorial
Deakin helps to deliver high-tech Warrnambool War Memorial Deakin staff and students have helped to deliver a new, digitally-focused memorial commemorating the wartime contributions of more than 8000 men and women from the Warrnambool district.
3 Dec 2018
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Procrastinating bosses trigger deviant staff behaviour: Deakin research
Procrastinating bosses trigger deviant staff behaviour: Deakin research Managers who put off making decisions can have a detrimental impact on workplace behaviour, Deakin research has found.
3 Dec 2018
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Diet as strategy to slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia
Diet as strategy to slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia A researcher from the Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition at Deakin University has found that one Brazil nut daily may help to slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia.
3 Dec 2018
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Make a Difference Competition Winner
Make a Difference Competition Winner Congratulations to the winner of our Make a Difference Competition.
30 Nov 2018
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First-of-its-kind Deakin technology to boost safety for older drivers
First-of-its-kind Deakin technology to boost safety for older drivers Deakin University engineers have developed a first-of-its-kind mixed reality driving simulator designed to help older drivers make informed decisions about their safety on the road.
30 Nov 2018
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Deakin Business School hosts EntreprenHer program for girls
Deakin Business School hosts EntreprenHer program for girls Teenage girls in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth will have the opportunity to learn life-changing business and problem-solving skills over the next two weeks, with Deakin Business School hosting free seminars for the renowned EntreprenHer social enterprise program.
30 Nov 2018
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Deakin research to receive more than $8 million in ARC award funds
Deakin research to receive more than $8 million in ARC award funds Deakin will receive $8.42 million in Australian Research Council (ARC) grants funding for 23 new projects, with the Federal Government last night announcing the 2019 round.
28 Nov 2018
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Creative thinking brings more parents to conferences
Creative thinking brings more parents to conferences A few clever initiatives have opened the way for more parent?researchers to attend academic conferences more easily.
27 Nov 2018
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Auntie Ada showcases high-tech animation and stem subjects to girls
Auntie Ada showcases high-tech animation and stem subjects to girls Motion.Lab will share the high-tech future of animation with creative industries at the national screen industry event, SCREEN FOREVER.
27 Nov 2018
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Is 3D printing the answer to better alloys?
Is 3D printing the answer to better alloys? Deakin University metallurgist Dr Nima Haghdadi is pursuing cutting-edge research in the field of 3D metal printing, thanks to a prestigious Victoria Fellowship.
27 Nov 2018
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2018 Deakin Alumni Survey Competition
2018 Deakin Alumni Survey Competition One lucky Deakin alumni will win a AUD$2000 Flight Centre travel and accommodation voucher for completing our 2018 Deakin Alumni Employment Survey.
27 Nov 2018
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Deakin Professional Practice Credential Competition Winners Congratulations to the winners of our Professional Practice Credential Competition
27 Nov 2018
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Deakin politics expert calls for Upper House voting reform in Victoria
Deakin politics expert calls for Upper House voting reform in Victoria A Deakin University politics expert is calling for reform of Victoria's Upper House voting system in the wake of Saturday's election, arguing group-voting tickets undercut the will of the people.
27 Nov 2018
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New Colombo Plan supports Deakin students to study and work in Indo-Pacific
New Colombo Plan supports Deakin students to study and work in Indo-Pacific Five Deakin students have been awarded the Australian Government's prestigious New Colombo Plan Scholarships, supporting them to study, work and live overseas in 2019.
27 Nov 2018
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Industry bursary sends Deakin PhD student to international timber engineering forum
Industry bursary sends Deakin PhD student to international timber engineering forum Developing a new technique for reliable condition assessment of timber utility poles is the aim of research by Deakin PhD student Ipshita Das.
21 Nov 2018
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Indigenous early childhood teachers make the difference
Indigenous early childhood teachers make the difference Aiming to support Indigenous people to have meaningful careers in early childhood teaching ? and benefit children in remote communities
21 Nov 2018
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Deakin infant nutrition expert shares best practice tips for formula feeding
Deakin infant nutrition expert shares best practice tips for formula feeding While breastfeeding is the preferred approach to infant feeding, 80 per cent of parents in Australia introduce formula within the first year of life.
21 Nov 2018
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