Beyond offering enhanced protection, “self-healing” rubber gloves could significantly contribute to the reduction of waste, resource consumption, and overall environmental impact.
As Medicare turns 40 years old this month, it’s important to reflect on its achievements, and also what needs to be done to remodel it.
A new world-first study of nearly 700 Australian parents or caregivers confirms more education and training is needed for those involved in every stage of the process.
In less than two years, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has gone from clear choice to fighting for majority support in the polls. What happened?
As we near the end of the year, we need to remain conscientious about our environmental impact and become informed consumers.
It was thought that after the pandemic, young people’s outlook for the future might have improved. But the latest Australian Youth Barometer survey shows it’s actually become worse.
A new teaching program is aiming to develop the responsible decision-makers of tomorrow, ready to tackle some of the most pressing global challenges.
This Voice referendum slogan wasn’t about facts; it was about emotion. And it targeted some vulnerable groups we don’t talk about nearly enough.
Working with young people is a crucial part of promoting sustainable food systems, and reducing food waste’s impact on the environment.
For Monash science academic Michael Brown, cycling to campus is as easy as riding a bike, and provides health and environmental benefits.
The “What Happens Next?” season premiere explores play’s profound impact on creativity, wellbeing, and learning. Experts unravel how play shapes our lives.
How far are Australians on the sustainability journey, and what are their attitudes and behaviours when it comes to engaging in sustainable practices and consumption?
The scandal and its aftermath point to a systemic failure of police accountability. Such failure is fertile soil for police corruption, and makes a repeat of the scandal entirely possible.
The most popular supplements for hot flushes are phytoestrogens, or plant estrogens, but at present, there’s uncertainty about their benefits.
Researchers are exploring alternative and greener base materials that can be reused, recycled, or upcycled for more environmentally-friendly construction materials.
What are the implications of the Internet of Behaviours for tourism stakeholders in a hyper-connected and data-driven world?
Universities are well-positioned to demonstrate crucial leadership in the global race towards net zero. Here’s how.
A common criticism of the ATAR is that it doesn’t tell universities enough about potential students. But so-called “narrative evaluation” models of assessment have their issues, too.
More needs to be done to raise public awareness about e-waste management and proper disposal protocols in Malaysia, particularly for household e-waste.
Bee farmers discard propolis, and harvest only the honey from hives for commercial purposes, wasting its potent medicinal value. New research is changing that.
Although it lacks the teeth of legislation overseas, Victoria’s Yarra River (Birrarung) laws provide a foundation for rights of nature to build on in Australia.
Experimenting with low-waste living shows it’s not easy being green. But householders can help policymakers design better waste management systems.
Fijian youth are combining modern science with traditional knowledge to develop innovative responses to the immediate threat posed by climate change.
This week on Monash University's “What Happens Next?” podcast, meet the change-makers on the front lines of food.
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