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1. UC researchers’ rooster study shining bright light into myopia

   University of Canberra research is shining a bright light into myopia in an effort to determine ways to halt the growing rates of short-sightedness among young people

   More on UC researchers’ rooster study shining bright light into myopia 13 Jul 2015

2. UC sows the seeds for growth in PNG

   A University of Canberra research program that has developed ways to support women farmers and their families in Papua New Guinea (PNG) to improve their business and agricultural management skills has received a $3 million funding boost

   More on UC sows the seeds for growth in PNG 10 Jul 2015

3. UC-led project receives $17m to build rural clinical training facilities

   A University of Canberra-led project, in collaboration with The Australian National University, will receive $17 million to build new clinical training facilities and student accommodation in rural southeast NSW.

   More on UC-led project receives $17m to build rural clinical training facilities 07 Jul 2015

4. Reptile sex goes wild in the outback, UC research finds

   A climate-induced change of male dragons into females occurring in the wild has been confirmed for the first time, according to University of Canberra research

   More on Reptile sex goes wild in the outback, UC research finds 03 Jul 2015

5. Apps a source of comfort for Aussie mums, UC research finds

   Expectant mothers are consulting pregnancy apps, forums and Google to find instant information and support from other mothers in addition to visiting their healthcare professional, new research from the University of Canberra reveals.

   More on Apps a source of comfort for Aussie mums, UC research finds 30 Jun 2015