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We aim to develop, implement, evaluate and communicate research that has a direct and meaningful impact on community health and wellbeing by addressing real-world problems.

We do this through consumer driven research, public engagement and influencing systems change.

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A close-up image of a breast pump filled with milk sitting on a wooden surface, with a blurred background of a mother nursing her baby. An inset photo shows Associate Professor Therese O'Sullivan smiling.
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November 2024
Researchers offer mums ‘liquid gold’ alternative to formula feeding in hospital
Interest in antenatal colostrum expression (ACE) is on the rise, with research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) showing that around…
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Dr Mary Kennedy
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October 2023
Cancer Council WA Postdoctoral Research Fellowship awarded to ECU’s Dr Mary Kennedy
Edith Cowan University (ECU) researcher Dr Mary Kennedy has been awarded $225,000 over the next three years in a bid…
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Mother and child playing together
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June 2023
Happy parenting – prevention is better than cure
Many parenting interventions emphasise skills training after problems develop, as opposed to establishing a strong parent-child relationship from early on….
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Promotional graphic for the NHIRI 2025 Sports Medicine Series - Presentation One. The left side features the event title and logos for SportsMed Subiaco, Nutrition & Health Innovation Research Institute, and Edith Cowan University. The right side shows a person in shorts and red tshirt holding their knee on a track field.
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January 2025
Event – NHIRI 2025 Sports Medicine Series – Presentation One
NHIRI 2025 Sports Medicine Series - Presentation One Harnessing brainpower and biomechanics to optimise athlete outcomes after knee injury This...
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A person clutching their knee. The background is outdoors, with natural lighting and a blurred setting. Inset in the image is a circular portrait of Dr Myles Murphy.
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January 2025
Electrifying results for new ACL recovery plan
Electrical brain stimulation could be the key to getting athletes back on track following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, new...
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A close-up image of a breast pump filled with milk sitting on a wooden surface, with a blurred background of a mother nursing her baby. An inset photo shows Associate Professor Therese O'Sullivan smiling.
2 MIN READ
published
November 2024
Researchers offer mums ‘liquid gold’ alternative to formula feeding in hospital
Interest in antenatal colostrum expression (ACE) is on the rise, with research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) showing that around...
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A conference room filled with attendees seated at round tables, attentively listening to a presentation. At the front of the room, Professor Gary Frost stands beside a podium, speaking while a large projector screen displays slides.
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October 2024
2024 NHIRI/NSA Research Symposium: Showcasing Innovation for a Healthy Future
The 2024 NHIRI/NSA Research Symposium, themed "Innovative Solutions for a Healthy Future," brought together leading researchers, students, and professionals to...
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Dr Mary Kennedy
2 MIN READ
published
October 2023
Cancer Council WA Postdoctoral Research Fellowship awarded to ECU’s Dr Mary Kennedy
Edith Cowan University (ECU) researcher Dr Mary Kennedy has been awarded $225,000 over the next three years in a bid...
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Mother and child playing together
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published
June 2023
Happy parenting – prevention is better than cure
Many parenting interventions emphasise skills training after problems develop, as opposed to establishing a strong parent-child relationship from early on....
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respectful-parenting
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March 2023
Funding to reduce stress for new parents – and benefit the whole family
It’s well known the first year of life is vital for a child’s development, but can also be one of...
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child-dairy-health
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February 2022
Rethinking dairy intake
The aim of The Milky Way study, led by Associate Professor Therese O'Sullivan, was to investigate the effects of regular...
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Associate Professor Therese O'Sullivan
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January 2022
Learn with leaders at ECU
The world is full of questions that need answers. Experts from Edith Cowan University (ECU) are at the forefront of...
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child-dairy
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published
October 2021
Whole fat or low-fat milk better for kids?
A world-first study from Edith Cowan University has found whole fat milk is just as good for kids as low...
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