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Keep informed on our latest research news and updates here.
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Autism hub turns research into real-world support
$15m Australian Autism Knowledge Hub to be based at OTARC.
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GO ReViTALISE improves cancer care for Victorians
GO ReViTALISE is improving cancer care for older Victorians.
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La Trobe, BITS Pilani strengthen partnership
MOU reinforces shared commitment to impact-driven research, innovation.
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La Trobe researchers secure VicHealth funding
Two La Trobe University researchers have secured almost half a million dollars in Victorian Government funding through VicHealth Impact Research grants.
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Study investigates vaping and gum disease risk
Study links vaping to changes in oral bacteria associated with gum disease.
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Rural physiotherapy clinic cuts wait times
An innovative partnership between Primary Care Connect, La Trobe Rural Health School and the University of Melbourne is helping improve access to physiotherapy services in the Goulburn Valley.
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Exercise is medicine – but only when it reaches people as intended
Ahead of the inaugural Holsworth Oration, Professor Michael Kingsley unpacks why optimising exercise as medicine could transform health outcomes.
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Connecting young people with nature
Nature Neighbours: Connecting young people with nature and community in the Goulburn Valley
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Beetle mating rituals key to Banksia populations
Beetle mating rituals key to Candlestick Banksia populations
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Digital technology innovator an AI Award winner
Professor Wei Xiang recognised for pioneering work using AI in farming.
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Cancer care workforce gap to hit 100 million
Global report warns impending shortage of about 100 million workers.
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Strength exercises improve young people's hip pain
Physiotherapist-led strength exercises improve hip joint pain.
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Strength training study shows smarter exercise delivers the best results
New La Trobe research reveals how smarter strength training delivers the best results, helping people build strength efficiently, reduce injury risk and support healthy ageing
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Professor Ani Desai named Assoc PVC Research India
Professor Aniruddha (Ani) Desai has been appointed as La Trobe’s Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor (PVC) Research (India).
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Supported training improves injury prevention
Serious knee injuries can be reduced in women and girls' football.
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Study flags safety risks in cardiac rehab exercise
New research warns common cardiac rehab fitness tests may misjudge safe exercise levels, highlighting the need for more accurate assessment in regional communities.
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Tackling the threat of antimicrobial resistance
Tackling the global threat of antimicrobial resistance
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Community trial brings heart health checks home
Heart Health Check Community Project to assess cardiovascular risk.
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La Trobe researchers secure $100K Medibank grant
La Trobe University researchers have been awarded $100,000 in competitive research funding from Medibank to advance the Virtual Diabetes Clinic
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Building age-friendly health literacy
Final report launch: Building health literacy for age-friendly health care in rural areas.
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La Trobe researchers recognised in Premier’s Award
Dr Brooke Patterson and Dr Ebony Monson winners in Victorian awards.
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Holsworth Biomedical Research Centre Launch
Holsworth Biomedical Research Centre officially launched at La Trobe
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Aussie dads want flexible work, research finds
'It's all about family now': Aussie dads want flexible work.
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Sport, Nursing, Archaeology top 50 in QS rankings
Twelve La Trobe subjects in the world's Top 200.
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La Trobe appointed Parkville nursing research lead
La Trobe to lead new major Parkville nursing research partnership.
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Cell-inspired sensor paves way to real-time health
Breakthrough sensor rapidly tracks tiny molecular changes in blood.
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La Trobe start-ups to get helping hand
La Trobe start-ups to get helping hand in Australia-first agreement
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Spotlight on: Dr Freda Haylett
This International Women’s Day, Dr Freda Haylett’s work highlights why investing in early prevention, and valuing care and education, is essential to addressing gender inequality.
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International Women’s Day Spotlight: Associate Professor Donna Whelan
This International Women’s Day, discover how Associate Professor Donna Whelan is redefining STEM leadership, advancing biomedical science, championing equity and showing that diversity drives better science.
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La Trobe signs MOU with UNESCO Chair network
La Trobe University has become the newest Partner of the UNESCO Chair Global Health & Education community.
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Research, innovation boosting food production
Research and innovation partnership boosting food productivity
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Virginia Dickson Swift new Violet Vines Director
The Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research (VVMCRHR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Associate Professor Virginia Dickson Swift as its new Director.
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Project a quantum leap in sustainable data centres
Research aims to optimise energy use and emissions of data centres.
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Making roads safer for motorcyclists through research
La Trobe University researchers have received Victorian Government funding to find innovative ways to keep motorcyclists safe on the road and reduce crashes.
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Data measures farms’ true sustainability
New method measures farm-scale natural capital for farmers.
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New toolkit helps women report abuse in sport
Australian women face high risks reporting gender violence in sport.
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Toolkit puts Autistic lens on suicide prevention
Launch of the Suicide Prevention for Autism Neuro-affirming Toolkit.
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Celebrity alcohol ads slip into teens’ Insta feeds
Stronger regulation needed for alcohol promotions.
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Research to advance Long COVID care awarded $1M
La Trobe University Professor Stephanie Gras has secured $1 million in federal government funding for new research aimed at improving understanding of Long COVID.
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Women’s sport a winner in $11.7m MRFF grants
Project aims to reduce concussion, knee injuries in women's football.
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Grain industry leader the new LISAF Director
Professor to accelerate research to strengthen nation's food systems.
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Families reveal harsh reality of prison visits
Relatives experience a form of incarceration themselves, study finds.
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Portable biosensor could detect PFAS on site
Rapid test for “forever chemicals” removes need for specialist labs.
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AI tool puts people first, two new NHMRC grants
AI health tool among La Trobe projects awarded share of $3.9m grants.
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Cell death discovery could aid cancer treatments
Research shows how dying cells are cleared from our bodies.
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Cancer treatment research breakthrough
By studying viruses that target harmful bacteria, scientists are developing new therapies that could offer hope to rural patients with hard‑to‑treat diseases.
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Iconic fossil may be new type of human ancestor
Study challenges classification of one of world's oldest fossils.
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Renowned scientist among world’s most highly cited
A researcher known for his acclaimed work transforming soil health and crop productivity globally has been named in the 2025 Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers list.
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'It gave me wings’: E-buses empower communities
La Trobe evaluation highlights potential of community-managed buses.