High intensity interval training (HIIT) may be the optimal exercise for reducing body fat while maintaining muscle mass in older adults, according to new research led by UniSC academics

About to start on a trip of adventure and growth – Jack Coombes and Connor Hartigan are preparing to bridge the gap between Australia and the Indo-Pacific as they leave on study abroad programs in Thailand and India through the Australian Government's New Colombo Plan

Female‑perpetrated child sexual abuse, though often overlooked, is rising in prevalence and recognition, highlighting the need to shift focus from punishment to understanding and preventing the factors that lead women and girls to offend

The University of the Sunshine Coast has achieved a SAGE Cygnet Award recognising initiatives that support parents and carers and reinforce the University’s commitment to gender equity. 

In the wake of an unprecedented surge in shark encounters, researchers analyse the conditions behind the incident and offer insight into these creatures' habits. 

New research identifies socioeconomic disadvantage, psychological distress, poor sleep, and unhealthy eating habits as significant risk factors driving suicidal ideation in adolescents

Trump is attempting to leverage aggressive tariff threats against key European allies as a pressure tactic to force the sale of Greenland – a strategy that risks permanently fracturing the NATO alliance and destabilizing global trade

Baby talk isn’t just cute – it could play a vital role in helping infants learn the sounds of their language, new research from the University of the Sunshine Coast has found

Queensland’s rise as Australia’s unexpected games powerhouse is no accident – it's come from a mix of incentives, talent and timing, revealing a story far more surprising than the headline suggests

A project to build futuristic, driverless flying taxis is starting to take flight – led by the Manufacturing Excellence Forum (MEF), the project involving UniSC is giving students hands-on engineering experience while developing advanced electric aircraft prototypes

Trump’s threat to take control of Greenland and Europe’s muted response risks undermining NATO unity and global security by signalling weakness in defending sovereignty and the rules-based international order. 

The US military intervention in Venezuela marks an unprecedented departure from past regime-change actions by the United States because its direct capture of President Maduro and justification for force challenge long-standing international legal norms and have triggered broad global condemnation

As families prepare to gather for festive celebrations, health experts are warning that the pressure to show up, even when feeling unwell, could drive a surge in infectious diseases

It is very normal to experience stress symptoms following a traumatic event, but a global PTSD expert says there are signs when to seek a diagnosis for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. 

A new year brings fresh guidance from UniSC experts on reducing food waste, building healthier habits, managing your budget, travelling flexibly and safely, and protecting yourself in the summer sun

The Scandinavian sleep method is having a moment in the spotlight – UniSC sleep experts analyse whether or not it actually works. 

UniSC has launched an accelerated Bachelor of Engineering to Master of Engineering pathway, giving students internationally recognised qualifications and faster access to high-demand engineering careers amid Australia’s skills shortage

It was another big year – here are our most popular stories for 2025. 

New research has raised hopes of reducing the tragic incidental impacts of commercial fishing on large seabirds between Australia and South America

UniSC has moved from usc.edu.au to unisc.edu.au.

A wave of confusing sunscreen recalls and labelling issues has raising public doubt about their efficacy – but the evidence remains clear: Australians need to keep using trusted sunscreens as part of essential sun protection to prevent skin cancer

Learn how your body's circadian rhythm works, which is run by a small group of neurons called the suprachiasmatic nucleus – otherwise known as your body's "master clock", which is manages how and when you sleep or wake

The Trump administration has revived the Monroe Doctrine through its National Security Strategy, prioritizing U.S.

A UniSC professor who co-authored a major United Nations’ global environmental outlook released today is urging Australia to heed the findings to avoid an unsustainable future

Brisbane 2032 could lead the way for mid-size regions around the world to host Olympic and Paralympic Games, rather than the mega-cities of the past, according to a sports journalism academic

Jessie Whyman’s story traces a shift from criminal law to creative industries, leveraging a New Colombo Plan scholarship to build an Indo-Pacific career that now blends government policy, creative practice and a growing research focus on how storytelling can responsibly shape real-world understanding