Landmark report: A third of Australians living in childcare deserts
22nd March 2022
Over nine million Australians live in an area where there are insufficient childcare places for families, according to the most comprehensive analysis.
National Consumer Engagement Strategy for Preventive Health project
21st March 2022
VU’s Mitchell Institute and the Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF) are leading National Consumer Engagement Strategy for Preventive Health project
New direction for VU research
17th March 2022
Professor Andy Hill, the scientist behind a blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer’s years ahead of symptoms presenting, is Victoria University’s new Deputy Vice Chancellor of Research and Impact.
International Women's Day shines a light on VU RISE
8th March 2022
Four hubs, sixteen projects, 43 female researchers and $22 million dollars make up VU RISE, a VU initiative.
Female lecturers subjected to gender bias in their evaluations
8th March 2022
Gender bias from male students towards female lecturers is evident in student evaluations of teaching during remote learning and could be affecting female academics’ career opportunities, new research finds.
VU partners with EGL Water on critical research
22nd February 2022
Victoria University (VU) is helping one of its valued partners test pioneering technology designed to remove harmful chemicals from contaminated soil, wastewater, and groundwater.
41% reduction in student fail rates under innovative new university model
16th February 2022
The VU Block Model structure improves student retention and pass rates, especially for those from disadvantaged backgrounds; a new study released today from Victoria University has found.
