A new book from Melbourne University Press argues that our focus on AUKUS and ongoing dependency on the US makes Australia ...

The oligarchic spectrum in Indonesia shows how economic power is translated into political dynastic power, says a University ...

The first highly detailed anatomical study of the short-beaked echidna penis has demonstrated its innovative evolution, say experts from University of Melbourne ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has swiftly upended lives, jobs and economies – but we’re yet to see the full impact on housing. In a time of enormous uncertainty, understanding what’s happening in the housing ...

A new study led by the University of Melbourne provides the first anatomical proof of why giraffes have spots – and how they relate to plastic surgery.

To improve Australia’s education system, we need to move away from the idea that the basic features of education are fixed, says University of Melbourne expert.

Plants may not have eyes, ears or a tongue, but their skin can perform many of the same functions. Plants are not only aware of when it rains or when it’s windy, but they can respond accordingly. Dr ...

Research shows that fear appeals in advertising can be effective in changing behaviour, but they need to be done well, says University of Melbourne expert ...

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has come to dominate the media, both domestically and abroad. Alongside increased attention on the pandemic, has come the viral spread of COVID-19 fake news online. Many ...

E-cigarettes are now more popular in Australian society. The problem? For a start, there’s a whole lot of misinformation, says a University of Melbourne expert.

As the University of Melbourne joins the IBM Q Network, we look back at the biggest minds of the 20th century that have contributed to the quantum revolution.

From tracking the heavens to formulating relativity and entropy, understanding time has been a major human endeavour, says a University of Melbourne expert ...