News Centre archive - 2018
Collated on this page is an archive of the University's News Centre stories in 2018.
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The buck stops ear: Researchers hone-in on ear infection endemic
It’s the national health tragedy that’s falling on deaf ears: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children have the highest rates of ‘otitis media’ – or middle ear infection – in the world.

CatalystWest: Crisis talks in western Sydney
It turns out that with the right flow of local know-how we’re better in a crisis than we might think. More than 300 thought-leaders from industry, government and the community will discuss how western Sydney will be able to cope in times of crisis at CatalystWest.

Sleep and time with pets helps people living with bipolar disorder
New research from Western Sydney University has revealed that simple self-care strategies, such as spending time with animals and getting enough sleep, are helpful for people managing bipolar disorder symptoms.

CatalystWest: Use the west as a test bed for health
Should western Sydney be used as Australia’s living health laboratory?More than 300 thought-leaders will discuss western Sydney’s capacity to drive the solutions to the nation’s health challenges at CatalystWest.

Discovery to alter the path of bionic voice research worldwide
Following an exciting development in The Bionic Voice research project – led by the MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development at Western Sydney University – the global field of electronic voice research is set to change.

Western Sydney University: Setting the benchmark for gender equality
Western has once again been recognised for its ongoing commitment to gender equality in the workplace. For the 13th consecutive year, Western has been announced as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE).
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