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Too many people die after leaving prison
The high rate of death after release from incarceration is tragic and avoidable, requiring whole-of-government responses, say University of Melbourne experts.
How whales struggle to navigate in a sea of noise pollution
University of Melbourne modelling shows that as ocean noise from human activities surges, whales will find it increasingly harder to successfully migrate
Understanding how fire shapes plants will help protect them
A new approach that predicts how plants respond to fire will help protect thousands of species from biodiversity loss, say University of Melbourne experts.
‘Bumping spaces’ build community – when they are within reach
A Map of the Month from the University of Melbourne highlights that not all Melburnians have equal access to local community 'bumping spaces'
Chocolate that brings joy to your gut health and your tastebuds
As well as a mood-boosting treat this Easter, chocolate can be good for us, and University of Melbourne researchers are working to make it better for gut health
Non-binary people have hormone therapy and surgery more often than you might think
New research finds that a growing number of non-binary people have or want to affirm their gender medically, say University of Melbourne researchers.
Sorry, those blue-blocking lenses probably won’t help your digital eye strain
University of Melbourne research finds that blue light from digital screens does not cause eye strain and blue-blockers are not the solution
Are you a mosquito magnet? Here’s why and what you can do about it
There are some people who just seem to attract mosquitoes, but what’s the science behind it? University of Melbourne experts explain why beer might be involved.
What remains of a performance when the curtain goes down?
The history and artistry of University of Melbourne students is being revisiting through an exhibition featuring the archives of the Student Union
Is this the world’s coolest street? Or is the system rigged?
Melbourne, Australia has topped another global ranking, but, a University of Melbourne expert asks, what does it mean to be officially ‘cool’ and who decides?