Media Releases
Browse our Media Releases from 2020
January
Response to Clark et al research paper
2483 new JCU places and more to come
Finding the right exercise balance for people with multiple sclerosis
‘Treasure trove’ of new discoveries highlights gaps in coral knowledge
JCU Professor honoured with Australia Day role
Marine parks save sharks from overfishing threat
Teachers question ADHD diagnosis
Glass mountain could improve concrete
A fresh look at the voyage of Endeavour
Rare insights in the war on corrosion
Anaemia hits development of northern bubs
February
Building community spirit in mining towns
How the reef got its groove back
Prestigious award for reef sentinel
AITHM scientist’s global role in TB vaccine research
New global database to guide coral restoration
Ancient Antarctic ice melt increased sea levels by 3+ metres – and it could happen again
“Magic” of old photography delighting new generations of artists
Local artist drawn to the Mabo Library
Coral disease risk factors revealed
Australia needs to leave its tourism comfort zone
Study indicates alarming fall in dolphin numbers
March
Big drop in global drownings - but not for our neighbours
JCU’s stunning Central Plaza opens
JCU researchers say g’day to the USA
AI brings automation to seafood industry
New system will streamline development of TB vaccines
JCU welcomes NAIF support for new student accommodation
JCU scholarship helps champion athlete focus on her goals
Rare earth metals: an untapped resource?
Exercise works for those beginning cancer treatment
JCU and Optus – partners for a digital north
107-year-old autograph album shines light on war-time friendships
JCU medicine students provide essential support
April
Win-win with Indigenous environmental programs
Bill Tweddell re-elected as University Chancellor
Climate change triggers Great Barrier Reef bleaching
JCU Physio Clinic now offers telehealth
Call for stronger restrictions as new phase of virus looms
Top scholarship for ground-breaking researcher
Community help wanted for Covid study
Can coral reefs ‘have it all’?
$30,000 scholarship boost for regional science student
Ray of hope for COVID-19 in Australia
JCU specialists work on new coronavirus clinics
JCU #1 in global partnerships for sustainable development
JCU research extends to Antarctica
Coronavirus: Animal disease detectives to be trained across SE Asia
“Poopcorn” helps uncover plastic risk to turtles
Online classes will help prepare kids for the future
May
10% of Aussies ignoring pandemic control measures
JCU to shore up Pacific disease defence
JCU researcher hopes COVID-19 will put spotlight on wildlife trade
Keeping your home a coronavirus-free zone
Breakthrough test for elusive malaria strain
JCU and XUT present China’s new International Engineering College
Is it safe for kids to return to school?
JCU answers the call to upskill the North
Food tests could put Aussie lives at risk
Older people may be more at risk from gaming addiction
Herding buffalo and cattle from space
Aquaculture industry set to be a boon for North’s economy
Iconic Shark Bay at high risk from climate change
Nearly half a million in support for students in need
June
Big vegetarians of the reef drive fish evolution
Mabo footage released for the first time
Neural-inspired computers may solve growing problem
JCU top university for blood and plasma donations
Is classroom tech helping or hindering schoolkids’ learning?
Going travelling? Talk to your pharmacist
Prize offered for thoughts on hotel reviews
Farewell to a great protector of the Reef
Visualising threats to North’s native species
JCU celebrates 29th in the world at 50
“Missing” historical files found by JCU PhD student
Global recovery must include the Tropics
Bleaching affects aquarium corals, too
July
‘Harmless’ bacteria turning deadly
Aboriginal artefacts reveal first ancient underwater archaeological sites in Australia
Scientists connect the land to the sea again
Mystery deepens around historic Investigator Tree
Howzat? Mental routines define top batsmen
Post-workout binge a mind game
Help needed to prevent diabetes-related foot complications
Elimination is possible if we act now: JCU research
Porn is not a sexist trigger for most
Bushfires could mean rise in threatened native species
How governments resist World Heritage ‘in danger’ listings
Life in the shallows becomes a trap for baby sharks
JCU professor takes over top role
Sharks almost gone from many reefs
Numbers are up and (some) classes are back at JCU
The mystery of the less deadly mosquito nets
Shark “sea lanes” need protecting
JCU researchers investigate potential treatment for walking impairment due to blocked arteries
Getting the jump on cane toads
August
Colin Roderick Literary Award Shortlist 2020 Announced
JCU and TSRA to assess dugong and turtle habitat
Supporting local business through economic recovery
Report of the Independent External Research Misconduct Inquiry: Oona Lönnstedt
TB vaccine research could benefit the elderly and diabetics
Virtual Reality distracts kids from pain
World-first study hopes to give grieving families closure
10 years in a row for JCU graduate job success!
New program helps forgotten survivors
Profitable poo? Investigating uses for our waste 💩
How do you prepare for a disaster?
Exercise therapy for Parkinson’s disease
Worrying drop in Quoll numbers
Hutchies to build JCU’s new student accommodation
Tall Poppies investigate TB, reef fish and coastal communities
September
History repeats as coral reefs are devastated
Cyclone preparations hinge on cost and effectiveness
JCU trials vaccine effective against all types of malaria
Missed primary health care harms health
Lockdowns essential to prevent third wave: JCU researcher
JCU psychologists stress self-care on R U OK? Day
New fish allergy triggers found
Project Phoenix: DNA unlocks a new understanding of coral
Weed robot sets sights on cane farms
Paper Emperors by Sally Young wins 2020 Colin Roderick Literary Award
Call for price rises as cut-price smokes used more
Funnel-web spiders: why they kill us, and other news
New marine science scholarships as JCU extends deal with NQBP
“Portfolio” of marine reserves enhances fish populations
October
Exercise enjoyment linked to addiction recovery
Applications now open for $30,000 scholarship
Social media provides clues to rays
Indigenous students shine at annual awards night
Toy report card for internet safety
Young wrasses hit hard by cyclones and bleaching
Drone tech brings new experiences
JCU welcomes LNP Tropical Aquaculture Accelerator funding commitment
Future-proofing Townsville against wastewater contaminants
Want to improve your wellbeing? Give nature a chance
Rebuttal of Clark et al. research paper
JCU Pharmacy students stay in the regions
JCU welcomes LNP commitment for Cairns University Hospital
JCU helps school students experience the life of everyday heroes
Helping the Aussie Hmong language survive
Scientists discover a 500-metre-tall coral reef on the Great Barrier Reef
New insights into sleep problems
Thank you to all of our inspiring teachers
Treasures of Townsville go on display
November
Crown-of-thorns eat themselves out of house & home
When education runs in the family
AI to help Emergency Departments improve patient waiting time information
Turning the tide against poaching
JCU professor receives international honour
International team to assess climate risks to African cultural heritage
Tough rules don’t help poverty
Deep learning for better healthcare
December
After 66 Million years - amazing duelling dinosaurs can finally be studied
JCU’s Townsville campus Indigenous name unveiled
Elite sport experience for JCU students
Yirrganydji names for JCU's Cairns campuses
Health could hold key to North’s Roadmap to Economic Recovery
JCU’s Mount Isa campus indigenous name unveiled
JCU honours Outstanding Alumni
JCU Vice Chancellor to retire in December 2021
JCU’s Ideas Lab – officially open for business
$4m of JCU student scholarships up for grabs
Post-war local government role a “neglected” part of history
Work towards gender equity recognised
