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The future of farming is here

The University of Tasmania, Australia is leading the way with linking agriculture with smart technology.

Caring for a special relationship

The unique thoughts and experiences of dementia caregivers are the focus of the Caring is Sharing collection.

Dementia care should be core business for aged care services

Further study boosts Danielle’s career in dementia care

For Danielle Dyce, caring for the elderly has been a constant in her life.

Scholarship winner's eye on the future of climate change

A Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship is allowing Charlotte Jones to help the generation.

Our cities need more green spaces for rest and play — here’s how

Much "left-over" land in cities could be used as highly beneficial green spaces, writes Professor Jason Byrne.

A feeling of community is important to Lily’s study experience

Living and studying in a small state like Tasmania has had its benefits, especially when it comes to industry connections and getting to know likeminded people.

Most Tasmanians over 50 didn't experience serious lockdown effects

Despite the social restrictions of the pandemic, Tasmanians over 50 largely managed avoid habits associated dementia risk factors, says Dr Larissa Bartlett.

Short film shines a light on dementia experiences

How can we make a difference in the lives of those living with dementia? Watch our new animation to find out.

How a biography brought me to family history

How writing an entry for a supplementary volume in the Australia Dictionary of Biography uncovered an extraordinary family story.

Answer to brain health in the palm of our hands

Our own hands could hold the potential for finding answers in helping to prevent dementia.

Tasmania Project identifies inequalities for LGBTIQ

The first major social survey in Tasmania to gather comparable statistics on LGBTIQ and non-LGBTIQ populations has found clear differences in experiences of wellbeing, writes Ruby Grant.

Why you should consider studying a double degree

Create your own experience.

If you’re planning to hike this winter, invest in the right gear

You can never be too prepared to hike in the Tasmanian wilderness, write Dr Vanessa Adams, Prof Jason Byrne, and Ms Noelle Nemeth.

How early Australian settlers drew maps to erase Indigenous people

The role of surveyors and cartographers throughout history has often been far from peaceful.

Our giant forests may become increasingly at risk with climate change

Fire scientist Dr James Furlaud discusses his latest research.

A Belgian farmer moved a rock and accidentally annexed France

Establishing national borders has long been an inexact science, writes Dr Imogen Wegman.

Unravelling the role of climate and forestry in the bushfire disaster

Getting to the bottom of the cause of the extent and severity of these fires is essential for sustainable forest management, writes Professor David Bowman.

A tiny world printed on a chip

Pushing the boundaries of microfluidics.

Hidden history of Chinese Australian women

‘Your government makes us go’: the hidden history of Chinese Australian women at a time of anti-Asian immigration laws.