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James Cook University is Australia's leading tropical research university, with campuses in Townsville, Cairns and Singapore.

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  1. Apr 29

    A new study looking at the “biology of poo” is hoping to unlock the cause of chronic pelvic pain.

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  2. Apr 29

    ‘Superhighways’ used by a population of up to 6.5 million Indigenous Australians to navigate the continent tens of thousands of years ago have been revealed by new research using sophisticated modelling of past people and landscapes.

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    Apr 28

    Want to know why vaccinations are the best way we have to control/eliminate , how vaccines work, and why the need for , with Immunologist Prof Andreas Kupz at this public lecture on April 30.

    Join us anywhere in the world on the 30th April to learn all about COVID-19 vaccines from our expert panel- , , Graham LeGros and Andreas Lupz. Book your free ticket here:
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    Apr 28

    What’s it like to study marine science? Marissa Hutchings explains what it was like getting her hands wet on Orpheus Island, South Australia and the Galapagos Islands.

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  5. Apr 28

    JCU scientists have been awarded a US Department of Defense contract to develop a new drug therapy for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear or rupture, that could also help sportspeople recover from severe knee injuries.

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    Apr 26

    New research from showed that despite the myth that migrants were more at risk of drowning, more Australian-born people drowned in Australia in the 10 years to 2019. However certain locations and activities were riskier for migrants.

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    Apr 27

    Now this is a pretty fish They're rare, golden and highly prized by markets, and now scientists are seeking to understand more about the golden .

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    Apr 27

    How do we adapt to live with the ongoing threats of a changing climate? Introducing One House. The outcome of a collaborative and ambitious project to design a house that is resilient to all extreme events. 🔥⛈ .

    One House surrounded by fire
    One House surrounded by storm
    One House surrounded by rain/flooding
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    Apr 26

    In resource-constrained environments, like Singapore, communities and businesses survive and thrive through innovative adaptations. Find out more:

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  10. Apr 27

    Is the humble Queenslander house the key to making Australian homes disaster proof? Scientists and architects think so.

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    Apr 23

    Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef via by historian Rohan James Lloyd

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  12. Apr 27

    A new book released to commemorate James Cook University explores the educational institution’s half-century.

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    Apr 27

    The perks of working late

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    Apr 26

    3rd paper from my PhD published today in exploring the burden of fatal among migrants in Australia. Pleased research already influencing policy & practice Thx to

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  15. Apr 26

    Contrary to popular belief, migrants don’t drown at a higher rate than Australian-born people, according to new research from ( and )

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    Apr 22

    Congratulations to of on the publication of her book, “ A University for the North”, commissioned by – at James Cook University

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    Apr 24

    Out now! Part 1 of a hugely collaborative global project with and many others. All five species can be detected via their , including an improved lab workflow established in this study - 📷 NT, Aus

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  18. Apr 26

    Contrary to popular belief, migrants don’t drown at a higher rate than Australian-born people, according to new research from ( and )

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    Apr 22

    Our research is at the forefront in the fight against tropical diseases including . Find out how is working to eradicate malaria in the tropics around the world

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  20. Apr 25

    “Vaccines are one of the most powerful public health interventions we have, and vaccines have saved millions of lives in the past decades. Let’s keep it this way,” says Prof Lars Henning from

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