University of Sydney

Health

Protein dilution may be driving obesity

A study published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B suggests that the dilution of protein in modern diets by fat and carbohydrate-rich processed foods is driving increased energy intake, contributing to obesity.

Sep 4, 2023

Health

Western science catches up with First Nations’ medicinal use of ant honey

Scientists have discovered the honey produced by Australian ants possesses unique anti-microbial activity against bacteria and fungi that could make the liquid useful medicinally.

Jul 26, 2023

Brain & Behavior

Finger tracing enhances learning: Evidence for 100-year-old practice used by Montessori

Finger tracing has been used by teachers to help students learn for more than a century.

Sep 27, 2021