Archive
June 2009
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State-of-the-art geosciences laboratory officially opened
26 June 2009
One of the most advanced science laboratories in Australia was officially launched today by the Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research Kim Carr.
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Another piece of the puzzle discovered in immune response
17 June 2009
A team of Monash University researchers has discovered the importance of a protein, which could improve the way the drug interferon is used to strengthen the human immune system.
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Monash researcher commended in Premier's medical awards
11 June 2009
A Monash University PhD student and epidemiologist, whose research into metabolic syndrome has helped doctors determine the best way of predicting the development of Type 2 diabetes, has received a high commendation in the 2009 Premier's Award for Medical
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Governor opens new auditorium at Gippsland campus
11 June 2009
The Governor of Victoria, Professor David de Kretser AC, has officially opened a new auditorium at Monash University's Gippsland campus.
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Monash study: Queensland firefighters at no higher risk of cancer
5 June 2009
A Monash University study into cancer rates among Queensland's firefighters has found rates of cancer among those in the profession are no higher than in the state's general population.
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Driving green saves fuel and environment
4 June 2009
A Monash University pilot study has found "eco driving" -- a technique that emphasises smoother driving behaviour -- has the potential to dramatically cut fuel consumption and carbon emissions in heavy vehicles, and that the lessons can be adopted by all
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Hope for heart disease patients in rural and remote Australia
2 June 2009
A Monash University-led study has shown that heart disease patients received a great deal of benefit from advice and support given over the telephone compared to those patients who did not receive telephone support.
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Monash alumni rides away with top prize
1 June 2009
Monash graduate and emerging Victorian designer Robert Dumaresq has won gold in this year's Australian International Design Awards.