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Tracking a preschoolers eye movements could help detect autism
PLOS ONE
Tracking the eye movement of preschoolers for as little as one minute could help with the early detection of autism spectrum disorder, according to Australian research. The study tracked the eye movements of children both with and without autism Read more about Tracking a preschoolers eye movements could help detect autism
Australia; NSWThe University of New South Wales -
Using a substitute could be a cost-effective option to cut back on the salt
JAMA Network Open
Replacing regular salt with a salt substitute could be a potential cost-saving strategy, according to Aussie and international researchers. The team conducted a trial of 1,612 adults in 48 eldercare facilities across China, splitting the residents Read more about Using a substitute could be a cost-effective option to cut back on the salt
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Some proteins in the blood could warn of dementia a decade before diagnosis
Nature Aging
Changes in the levels of specific proteins in the blood could predict a dementia diagnosis up to a decade early, according to international research. The team used data from the UK Biobank study to search for patterns in the blood of a large group Read more about Some proteins in the blood could warn of dementia a decade before diagnosis
InternationalFudan University, China -
Most Aussies who die of alcohol poisoning are older, experienced drinkers
Drug and Alcohol Review
Older, more experienced heavy drinkers are more likely to die of alcohol poisoning in Australia than younger drinkers, according to Australian research. The team identified 891 cases of fatal alcohol poisoning from the past decade and analysed them Read more about Most Aussies who die of alcohol poisoning are older, experienced drinkers
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When human bodies decay, they all share this interesting feature
Nature Microbiology
The kind of microbiome present when a human dies and decomposes – that is, the combination of microscopic organisms including bacteria and tiny fungi – is universal regardless of location or environmental conditions, according to international Read more about When human bodies decay, they all share this interesting feature
InternationalColorado State University, USA -
Conservatives and progressives both less likely to change their minds about drug stigma
Drug and Alcohol Review
People with moderate politics and values are more likely to change their minds when it comes to stigmatising views on people who inject drugs, according to Australian research. The team surveyed about 250 people about their social/political values Read more about Conservatives and progressives both less likely to change their minds about drug stigma
Australia; NSWThe University of New South Wales -
Baby Mars had volcanic tantrums
Nature Astronomy
The early years of our celestial neighbour Mars' existence was likely followed by a period of volcanic eruptions and cycling crust, according to international researchers. The team looked at remote sensing data from a few orbiting satellites and say Read more about Baby Mars had volcanic tantrums
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Famous athletes are the most common type of role model for Indigenous children
Australian Journal of Social Issues
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boys overwhelmingly look up to their favourite athletes as role models, according to Australian research. The team surveyed 307 Indigenous children aged 10-12 from around Australia, asking them to name someone Read more about Famous athletes are the most common type of role model for Indigenous children
Australia; TASUniversity of Tasmania -
New sun safety advice tailored for Australia’s diverse population
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health
A new paper led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a better balance between the harms and benefits of sun exposure in Australia. The paper, published in ANZJPH, acknowledges that Read more about New sun safety advice tailored for Australia’s diverse population
Australia; New Zealand; QLDQIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute -
EXPERT REACTION: UN report on migratory species shows shocking state of wildlife
Conference of Parties to the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP14)
Nearly half (44%) of the world’s migratory species are showing population decline, according to the first-ever report on the State of the World’s Migratory Species by the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), Read more about EXPERT REACTION: UN report on migratory species shows shocking state of wildlife
Australia; InternationalUnited Nations Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals