Engaging the disengaged through physical activity gets kids STEMfit

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In the very remote schools of the Northern Territory, researchers and educators have discovered exploring the impressive physical capabilities of students may be key to enhancing performance in the classroom.  Multidisciplinary scientist Dr Charlene Willis from Griffith University’s School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences is part of the passionate team behind the sport-STEM hybrid program […]

Concussion prevention front of mind for Griffith researchers

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Griffith University researchers are working to improve education and prevention around concussion without deterring young people’s passion and participation in sport. Concussion-related injury accounts for the majority reported in collision sports such as rugby union. Dr Felix Leung, a clinical and research physiotherapist at the School of Health Sciences and Social Work, has worked with […]

Fast-track to commercialisation for two child-focused Griffith technologies

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Two teams of Griffith University researchers have been given the opportunity to fast-track their technologies to market, after being accepted into one of Australia’s leading Healthtech accelerators, LuminaX, run by Cohort Innovation Space in the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct (GCHKP). Both emerging enterprises are focused on addressing key challenges in childrens’ health. The […]