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A new mobile CT scanner developed by Monash University researchers is set to transform access to medical imaging in remote and rural areas.

Housed in a specially designed truck, this world-first innovation means patients in communities without hospital CT services will no longer need to travel hours for a scan.

It’s a game-changer for early diagnosis, emergency care and health equity – bringing critical care closer to home:

On the road to revolutionising radiology, redefining remote healthcare A Monash design researcher is transforming how we diagnose disease – with portable CT scanners that fit inside a van.

Our 2025 Global Discovery Program scholars are off to New York City! 🗽

These 10 Monash students are about to embark on a life-changing journey – meeting some of our most inspiring alumni and discovering what leadership looks like beyond the classroom.

No legal status. No right to work. No path to citizenship.

Refugees in Malaysia are trapped in limbo – and Monash University Malaysia experts say it’s time for change.
Rushmila Rafique explains: http://mona.sh/ouph50WcBmC

Who gets remembered – and who gets left out of our national story?

Professor Steve Vizard joins ABC’s Big Ideas podcast to explore the forgotten voices in Australian history – from women and Black convicts to the myths surrounding Gallipoli.

Find out the full story. Listen now:

The past is a foreign country — Santilla Chingaipe, Sita Sargeant, Steve Vizard with Natasha Mitchell - ABC listen When Santilla Chingaipe stumbled on the names of enslaved Africans who arrived on the First Fleet in 1788 she couldn't look away. For Steve Vizard, an argument with his adult kids lead him to the battlefields of Gallipoli. When Sita Sargeant threw a mattress in a car and drove around Australia, what...

The creatures in might crave blood, but the real apocalyptic threat is here, and it's microscopic. Antibiotic resistance is turning treatable infections into deadly threats around the world, killing more than 700,000 people globally each year.

And unlike the slow creep of the undead, this crisis is advancing much more quickly than we thought possible:

Slowing the superbug antibiotic apocalypse Antibiotic-resistant bacteria causes 700,000 deaths annually, but there are strategies we can use to slow the rapid rise of these superbugs.

What does “nature positive” really mean and why does it matter?

Our experts caution that abandoning key phrases from our environmental policy is more than a step in the wrong direction – it could weaken Australia’s ability to deliver meaningful environmental reform, restore degraded ecosystems and meet international biodiversity standards:

Why dropping ‘nature positive’ is a negative Moves to abandon the “nature positive” goal in environmental law reforms risks weakening Australia’s environmental credentials and undermines global biodiversity commitments.

Why do adults stop playing – and what do we lose when we do?

In the latest season of our podcast, "What Happens Next?", host Dr Susan Carland explores how play shapes our creativity, wellbeing and connection to others. From music to video games to simple joy, this episode features experts who reveal why play isn’t just for kids – it’s a vital part of a healthy, innovative adult life.

Whether you’re a parent, a professional or a creative – let's all celebrate International Day of Play.

Listen here:

‘What Happens Next?’ podcast: What Happens When We Stop Playing? Monash University’s “What Happens Next?” season premiere explores play’s impact on creativity, wellbeing, and learning. Experts unravel how play...

Australia loses more than $32B annually to gambling. A new six-point plan from Dr Charles Livingstone calls for bold reforms national regulation and a ban on online gambling ads. Will the government act – or fold to industry pressure?

Read more: http://mona.sh/M9rm50W6LAG

This six-point plan to ease Australia’s gambling problems The Albanese government now has the political capital to tackle Australia’s massive gambling problem – if it wants to.

Every year, more than 18,000 Australians are diagnosed with invasive melanoma, and another 28,000 with in-situ disease. Early-stage detection offers a 98% five-year survival rate, but later-stage cases become far more dangerous and expensive to treat.

Australia is at the forefront of tackling these challenges through innovations like AI-supported 3D total body imaging, offering the potential for personalised, risk-based care.

But as promising data begins to emerge, we must avoid drawing hasty conclusions. Professor Victoria Mar looks into finding the right balance between innovative technology and a history of scientific evidence: http://mona.sh/Q8KX50W1lH3"

The bigger picture: Balancing innovation and evidence in the fight against melanoma If we’re to balance benefit, harm, cost and access for skin cancer detection, we need to think critically, plan carefully, and keep patients at the centre of every decision we make.

In Australia, chronic pain affects around one in five Australians aged 45 and over, with an enormous impact on people’s lives.

While some report relief, the current evidence suggests benefits from medicinal cannabis are modest for most. In their recent article, Professors Suzanne Nielsen and Myfanwy Graham explore what the science tells us, cutting through the hype to focus on what works, what doesn’t, and what we still need to learn.

📖 Read more via Monash Lens:

Is medicinal cannabis for chronic pain effective? One in five people experience chronic pain. Here’s how likely you are to find relief with medicinal cannabis.

The latest round of prosecutions against Andrew Tate will likely further entrench the loyalty of his followers, who will see their leader as the victim. As our research shows, Tate’s brand thrives not despite controversy, but because of it.

As Andrew Tate faces charges, his followers will double-down Prosecutors in the United Kingdom have charged Tate, and his brother, with 21 s*x offences. It’s likely to increase loyalty among his millions of...

As intensifies, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are facing disproportionate impacts.

Research Fellow Bhiamie Williamson explores how Indigenous leadership and traditional knowledge can shape Australia's disaster management strategies. 🔗

Indigenous wisdom: The missing link in disaster response How, and why, Aboriginal leadership, and the knowledge possessed by traditional owners needs to be incorporated into emergency and resilience...

We know that choosing a university is a big decision. 📚

We also know that sometimes it’s not easy for you to travel to see us. That’s why we’re hitting the road and bringing our events to a place near you!

Join us for a Monash Information Evening in:

• Albury
• Ballarat
• Bendigo
• Geelong
• Launceston
• Mildura
• Hobart.

Learn more: http://mona.sh/2uIT50W1lqG

We’re here to help you make the best decision for your future.

Join us at our upcoming events to get all the information you need.

Discover our 10 diverse study areas, learn about scholarships and uncover all the opportunities waiting for you.

Learn more: http://mona.sh/Ozp350VVnC7

Home Find out everything you need to know about studying at Monash University, all in the one place. From course options and pathways to campus life, we've put together an exciting line-up of events and resources specifically for secondary school students.

We’re acknowledging International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Inters*x Discrimination and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).

Here at Monash, we remain steadfast in progressing LGBTIQA+ inclusion and equality – both within our University and beyond.

While we’re proud to celebrate our achievements, we recognise the work that lies ahead, and commit ourselves to furthering education, awareness and action that creates meaningful change within our communities.

Learn more: http://mona.sh/cwbq50VT056

Today marks the start of our May graduations! 👩‍🎓 👨‍🎓

Congratulations to everyone graduating, and welcome to the global community.

Congratulations to Monash FMNHS research powerhouse Professor Catriona Bradshaw, who has been named today by TIME to the TIME100 Health list for her outstanding contribution to global health.

As principal investigator of a landmark study, she's transformed the understanding of bacterial vaginosis (BV), a condition affecting one in four s*xually active women. Her discovery that BV is in fact a s*xually transmitted infection paves the way for dramatically improved treatment and education, with the potential to significantly reduce recurrence rates.

Fossils discovered at Atapuerca, Spain keep reshaping our understanding of human evolution. And once again, the UNESCO World Heritage Site has offered new insights.

Atapuerca’s ancient fossils: Redefining the timeline of human presence in Europe The discovery of ATE7-1 at Atapuerca, Spain, offers new insights into early human evolution in Europe, pushing the timeline of human presence back...

Now's the perfect time to take the next step toward your future.

There are a range of undergraduate and graduate courses accepting mid-year applications, offering you the chance to begin your studies without waiting for the next intake.

Learn more: http://mona.sh/W6W150VKZ0g

A recent study offers compelling data that a common shingles vaccine might play a surprising role in safeguarding cognitive function. Could a shingles vaccine possibly stave off dementia?

Could the shingles vaccine offer a new defence against dementia? Already celebrated for their success in preventing infectious diseases, vaccines may also hold the key to unlocking a new era of cognitive health.