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The good, bad and the uncertain: here’s our 2025 budget breakdown

Economist Kristen Sobeck makes sense of the budget hokey pokey on an episode of the ANU podcast, Democracy Sausage.

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New discovery promises to reveal hidden black holes across the universe

Scientists have detected radio signals from hot gas surrounding a supermassive black hole that existed 12.9 billion years ago, according to new research from an international team of scientists including researchers from ANU.

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Sharing the joy of science: how Lee Constable helps kids become superheroes

Author, TV presenter and ANU graduate Lee Constable is sharing her passion for science with the next generation.

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Female scientists are sidelined and stereotyped in TV comedies and films. This risks reinforcing outdated gender norms.

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You’re the voice (a great karaoke song): why are we so afraid to sing?

PhD student Katrina Rivera is investigating why we suffer from music performance anxiety, and how it differs for professional musicians.

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Building a legacy: ANU names Cultural Centre in honour of the late Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue

A child of the Stolen Generations, Dr Lowitja O'Donoghue went on to become one of Australia’s most prominent and respected Aboriginal leaders. ANU is honoured to receive the gift of her name for its building renaming initiative.

Family vlogging is an ethical dilemma we can’t unsubscribe from

ANU researcher Faith Gordon unpacks the viral psychological spiral faced by children at the centre of family vloggers channels. 

Lost in translation: One in three Australians with inflammatory bowel disease experience disconnect with doctor

One in three Australians with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) left their medical consultations with misunderstandings about what was discussed, posing risks to their safety and the management of their condition, according to a new study from ANU.

ANU climbs the global university rankings in key subjects

The Australian National University continues to shine as a leader in research and education, adding more subjects ranked in the top 50 in the competitive QS World University Rankings.

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