Each year around 50,000 babies are born with a genetic condition that causes childhood #dementia . With no cure, 75% die before they turn 18. Learn how new treatments are being explored by our researchers, thanks to support from Little Heroes Foundation 👉 bit.ly/3vJalth

Congrats to Prof Jonathan Craig who will lead a nationwide #trial seeking to transform how children are treated for a rare but potentially life-threatening #kidneycondition , thanks to recent funding awarded from the #Medical Research Future Fund. Read more bit.ly/49SqXMR

The Peter Malinauskas Government is partnering with Little Heroes to provide a $500,000 funding boost for much-needed research into #Childhood #Dementia Flinders University. Full info here: bit.ly/44gLw4I

🌍 Happy 54th #EarthDay - Planet vs. Plastics. At Flinders we love solving environmental problems. The Nano & Microplastics Research Consortium led by Assoc Prof Melanie Macgregor is tackling the issue. Let's innovate for a healthier planet!♻️ Learn more bit.ly/4aKBPhl

Science ensuring we’re not The Last of Us 🧟
After enrolling in the ominously named ‘Zombie Apocalypse’ topic, Emma Kuhn steered her study trajectory towards Environmental Health and hasn’t looked back! 👀 bit.ly/3vVw1SX
#environmentalhealth #health

Australia's trademark #marsupial , the kangaroo, was once really 'mega' with Flinders University #palaeontologists discovering three new megafauna species in outback SA which lived well before the arrival of humans. Find out more: bit.ly/4aBNdf9

Ever wondered what an Archaeologist actually does? You're not alone! Check out the top 3 misconceptions here ⛏️ bit.ly/3WhfrI7

Plus join us for #Archaeology Day 10.30am - 2.30pm, Fri 24 May 👉 bit.ly/3U1005e

Improving interactions and communication between parents and coaches needs a clear pathway spelled out for young people to reach their sporting potential Flinders University Sam Elliott on #youthsport .
Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3Q1fEuK

From improving the lives of children with dementia, to providing a way forward for students facing extraordinary barriers, philanthropic support is having a real impact in our community. Find out how donor generosity is creating real change 👉 bit.ly/43SgNuo

Congratulations to Flinders University University, the first uni in South Australia to earn a SAGE #CygnetAward ! 🎉

Flinders has made huge strides in supporting Indigenous staff, resulting in representation increasing from 0.7% in 2017 to 2.53% in 2023.

More: sciencegenderequity.org.au/news/supportin…

Juggling study with intense training is no easy task but it's set Flinders' student and Elite Athlete Program member Anu Francis on a path to the 2024 #Paralympics in Paris, alongside coach and Flinders' lecturer Chris Rawling. Read more here 👉bit.ly/4cSA7Mo

Flinders has been recognised as a national leader in supporting Indigenous talent, receiving a prestigious Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) #CygnetAward for fostering an inclusive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3vAkQ21

Flinders’ team of Environmental Health academics actively engage with the profession, but also have strong #research profiles. 🔬 Read how Associate Professor Harriet Whiley keeps her finger on the pulse: bit.ly/3PNRu6P
#Environment alHealth #Health #Environment

A sneeze or a breath could leave valuable evidence behind at a crime scene. #Forensic #science #researchers Flinders University are putting the idea to the test in a pilot project with police experts. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3VWhwbU

Congratulations to Senior Lecturer in Social Work Flinders University Carmela Bastian on her appointment as Presiding Member of South Australia’s Social Workers Registration Scheme. Read more 🔗 bit.ly/4agRy7x

One day only ❗ Explore Archaeology at Flinders! This is your chance to find out all you need to know about studying our world-class Bachelor of #Archaeology .
Friday 24 May, 10.30am, Bedford Park.
Register now 👉 bit.ly/3U1005e
National Archaeology Week

Congratulations to FlindersHMRI FHMRI Cancer's Dr Lauren Thurgood and Associate Professor Luke Selth who have been awarded over half a million dollars from Cancer Australia to investigate leukaemia and prostate cancer treatments. Read more here 👉 bit.ly/43KhDtd

“I get a lot of satisfaction from knowing that my work is making a difference to reducing pollution and greenhouse gas production, and improving quality of life for all South Australians.” Read Environmental Health graduate, Catherine Stone's story here👉 bit.ly/3TVsCwJ

The South Australian Government Peter Malinauskas has joined forces with SiSU Health Group, The Shane Warne Legacy, and Flinders University to provide free #heart and #diabetes checks at the upcoming #AFL #GatherRound from April 4-7. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4ah5jTN

Big questions need Fearless Research. 💡
Hear from Associate Professor Ivanka Prichard about body image issues and dealing with the influence of social media on our health and wellbeing.

Download the latest Flinders’ Fearless Research magazine now 👉 bit.ly/3SNkwDo