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Benjamin Parmenter
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published
October 2025
ECU researcher among Australia’s top scientists funded to drive new heart health breakthroughs
Edith Cowan University (ECU) researcher Dr Benjamin Parmenter has been named among 67 leading Australian researchers to receive funding from...
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WAHTN
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published
October 2025
ECU joins forces with WAHTN to translate research into action
Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) are partnering with the Western Australian Health Translation Network (WAHTN) to explore effective ways...
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front-view-young-man-playing-basketball-outside
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published
October 2025
Knee calf and ankle injuries dominate NBL’s first injury report
The National Basketball League (NBL) has released its first injury report, undertaken by Edith Cowan University (ECU) researchers, revealing that...
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Dairy products
2 MIN READ
published
October 2025
ECU research debunks link between calcium supplements and dementia
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU), Curtin University and the University of Western Australia has found no evidence that calcium...
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Young blond man suffering for knee injury sitting on bed at bedroom
1 MIN READ
published
October 2025
ECU research uncovers why some athletes struggle to bounce back after ACL surgery
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has uncovered a surprising result in athletes following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction,...
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2 MIN READ
published
September 2025
Eat your greens and skip the sugar spikes
New research by Edith Cowan University (ECU), Cruciferous vegetables improve glycaemic control compared to root/squash vegetables in a randomized, controlled, crossover...
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1920w
1 MIN READ
published
September 2025
Chief Scientist of WA Visits ECU to Explore Groundbreaking Health Research
Edith Cowan University’s (ECU) School of Medical and Health Sciences was honoured to host Professor Sharath Sriram, the newly appointed...
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Bodyfatmeasuring
2 MIN READ
published
September 2025
Machine learning to help identify ‘hidden fat’ on routine bone scans
Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) are developing an artificial intelligence algorithm that can use bone density scans captured to...
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tall poppy
1 MIN READ
published
September 2025
NHIRI Researchers Honoured with 2025 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards
Edith Cowan University’s early-to-mid career researchers have been recognised with the prestigious 2025 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards, celebrating excellence...
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published
August 2025
Lipoprotein(a) – What’s all the noise about?
Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] – pronounced “lipo-protein little a”, or “LP little a” is the most common inherited risk factor for heart...
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published
August 2025
What should I eat (and avoid) while breastfeeding? How does my diet affect baby’s milk?
Many people are familiar with the saying that a woman is “eating for two” during pregnancy. Although this is an...
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police
2 MIN READ
published
July 2025
Muscle over mass could be the key to recruit success
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has shown age might just be a number when it comes to police recruit...
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AI Image
2 MIN READ
published
July 2025
ECU-developed AI to revolutionise early disease detection
Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) have developed a cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) system that could support medical professionals in...
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2 MIN READ
published
July 2025
Cancer survivors could be missing out on exercise benefits
It’s widely accepted that exercise can help people living with cancer, but new Edith Cowan University (ECU) research shows many oncology healthcare...
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man brushing child's teeth
2 MIN READ
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...
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2 MIN READ
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...
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Josh_HeartFoundation
1 MIN READ
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...
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dark choc
3 MIN READ
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,...
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Amanda Claus Tina
1 MIN READ
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...
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DXA
2 MIN READ
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...
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Dr Mary Kennedy, Dr Zulqarnain Gilani, Dr Marc SIm, Dr Lauren Blekkenhorst and Dr Myles Muprhy
2 MIN READ
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...
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Professor Gina Trapp
1 MIN READ
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...
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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.
2 MIN READ
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...
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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.
2 MIN READ
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...
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