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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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Associate Professor Therese O’Sullivan
Dr Mary Kennedy

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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.

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…

Dr Mary Kennedy

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…

Mother and child playing together

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….

man brushing child's teeth

published
July 2025

Finding the root of tooth decay in kids

A lack of oral health literacy among caregivers and access to dental services is driving tooth decay in young children...

Closeup of edible plants on a wooden table under the lights

published
June 2025

Leafy greens could be good for the heart

A cup and a half of leafy green vegetables could go a long way to addressing atherosclerotic vascular diseases (ASVDs), new...

Josh_HeartFoundation

published
June 2025

ECU led team to partner with the Heart Foundation to commercialise a new solution to screen for blood vessel calcification

A team led by Edith Cowan University (ECU)’s Nutrition and Health Innovation Research Institute (NHIRI) within the School of Medical...

Hands that are picking coffee beans from the coffee tree

published
June 2025

Could new technology save your daily cup of coffee?

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) could potentially save your daily cup of coffee. The research has identified a new and...

dark choc

published
June 2025

Tea, berries, dark chocolate and apples could lead to a longer life span, study shows

New research has found that those who consume a diverse range of foods rich in flavonoids, such as tea, berries,...

Amanda Claus Tina

published
May 2025

ECU research leads to IBS solution

Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) have developed a dietary fibre powder, ur gut®, to assist people suffering from irritable...

DXA

published
May 2025

New machine algorithm could identify cardiovascular risk at the click of a button

An automated machine learning program developed by researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in conjunction with the University of Manitoba...

Dr Mary Kennedy, Dr Zulqarnain Gilani, Dr Marc SIm, Dr Lauren Blekkenhorst and Dr Myles Muprhy

published
May 2025

Emerging NHIRI researchers recognised for groundbreaking health solutions

The WANMA program, including the Emerging Leaders program and Ideas Grants program, are part of the WA Future Health Research...

Collage of five photos. The central photo features Dr. Ros Sambell. Surrounding it are four photos of children eating different foods.

published
April 2025

ECU working to address nutrition gaps in early childhood education

Edith Cowan University (ECU) has been awarded a $977,278 grant from Western Australian state government agency Healthway to develop a...

published
March 2025

ABC 7:30 Report on ‘Should Junk Food Advertising be banned’

Professor Gina Trapp, Head of the Food Environments Team at NHIRI, recently featured on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) 7:30...

Dr Liezhou Zhong, Professor Josh Lewis and Dr Lauren Blekkenhorst in front of an image of a leg being bandaged by someone's hands wearing white gloves.

published
March 2025

ECU collaboration awarded $1 million to improve nutrition in people with leaky legs

A new research collaboration between Edith Cowan University's (ECU's) Nutrition & Health Innovation Research Institute (NHIRI), Silverchain, Sir Charles Gairdner...

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.

published
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...

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.

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...

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.

published
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...

Dr Mary Kennedy

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...

Mother and child playing together

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....

respectful-parenting

published
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...

child-dairy-health

published
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...

Associate Professor Therese O'Sullivan

published
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...

child-dairy

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...