Research
Mental health first aid training works
Despite recent reports, mental health first aid training has benefits for trainees and people dealing with mental ill health say University of Melbourne experts
We need to retain research integrity in the AI era
Artificial intelligence (AI) tech poses a challenge to ensuring the integrity of research, particularly PhD study, says University of Melbourne expert.
Sustainability needs women and girls in science
For International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Professor Moira O'Bryan, University of Melbourne says science has an image problem, and it's time to fix it
We are Country
Ensuring culturally safe research isn’t simply acknowledging Country, it's recognising and empowering Indigenous Knowledge, says University of Melbourne expert.
Women in science still jumping higher hurdles
Women are playing an increasing role in science but despite progress, female students still ask dispiriting questions, says University of Melbourne expert
Children are more than just a return on investment
Education systems need to see children as capable citizens, not simply a cost where the investment will only pay off later, say University of Melbourne experts
Australia’s universities need to be free to engage globally
An Australian government veto power on overseas university agreements puts at risk the benefits of international engagement warn University of Melbourne experts
Reporting COVID-19 research responsibly
A University of Melbourne expert says while science communication is now so vital, the media has a responsibility to explain that scientific research evolves.
Science needs to look inward to move forward
Robust research depends on encouraging more open and transparent practices – experts in metascience at University of Melbourne are working out how to do it
Our new research reality in the face of COVID-19
A University of Melbourne expert discusses the challenges faced by Australia’s research community, but also the opportunities to be more creative and connected.