Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Cracking the Code of Height: A New Breakthrough for the Han Chinese in Taiwan
A new study on Han Chinese in Taiwan improves height prediction by combining genetics, birth year, and age at measurement. Using big data and machine learning, it outperforms traditional models and highlights the need for population-specific adjustments due to different nutritional histories.
How has Australia’s river water quality changed over two decades?
Our study assessed how river water quality across Australia has been tracking over two decades (2000-2019). We highlighted some key regional contrasts in water quality signals, including deterioration in many rivers flowing into Great Barrier Reef and overall improvement in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Bridging Research and Real-World Impact: H5 Avian Influenza Vaccination in Cattle
Scientific discovery is only the first step -its true impact is measured by how it translates into real-world solutions. Our recent study, explores the efficacy of an inactivated H5 avian influenza vaccine in cattle, shedding light on a critical issue at the intersection of animal health
Sickle cell disease in Sudanese children & psychosocial problems faced by children and parents – a two-scale study
This study explored the psychosocial impact of SCD on affected Sudanese children and parents and to identify the relationship between psychosocial problems experienced by children and parents with the use of two scales.
