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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 9h

Singer, musician and founder and director of Pub Choir, Griffith alumna Astrid Jorgensen has written a book! The memoir ‘Average At Best’ is described as ‘a powerful, funny, and deeply honest memoir about embracing mediocrity if you want to get anything done.’ Stay average Astrid, you’re amazing!

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Michael Petraglia @mdpetraglia.bsky.social · 14d

New discovery! Here @mariaguagnin.bsky.social and our team report on 12,000-year-old life-size camel rock art engravings in the Saudi desert. #GreenArabia @griffith.edu.au www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 2d

Griffith Uni researchers have developed a method to influence how cancer cells stuck, spread, and multiplied by tweaking the curves and chemistry of microscopic structures. news.griffith.edu.au/2025/10/10/t...

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 5d

Sparking a national conversation on power, the 2025 National Electricity Market Development Conference, hosted by Griffith University and UQ, provided a neutral space for dialogue across the energy sector aiming to bridge research, policy and practice to support Australia’s energy transition.

Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 5d

The Mannu Kala Foundation has announced a major gift exceeding $350,000 to establish a new scholarship program supporting future medical doctors at Griffith University. Over its lifetime, the gift will support a total of nine medical students.

Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 6d

When a storm or Tropical Cyclone impacts mainland Australia, would you get behind the wheel of a vehicle? New Griffith research has explored this question.
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Driving behaviours during extreme weather events - Griffith News

When a storm or Tropical Cyclone impacts mainland Australia, would you get behind the wheel of a vehicle? New Griffith University research has explored

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 6d

Griffith University is back in the top 300 universities in the world and has been ranked equal 14th in Australia, a jump of two places, in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026. #THEunirankings
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Griffith jumps higher in THE World University Rankings 2026 - Griffith News

Griffith University is back in the top 300 universities in the world and has been ranked equal 14th in Australia, a jump of two places, in the Times

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 7d

Griffith Uni's inaugural Toohey Forest BioBlitz survey saw 82 participants record over 4000 observations of more than 500 plant, animal and fungi species. news.griffith.edu.au/2025/10/08/c...

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 12d

Congratulations to Griffith’s newest appointees to the Australian Research Council’s College of Experts (ARC), Prof Debbie Bargallie, Prof Rebecca Wickes and Prof Daniel Kolarich! Their expertise in cultural justice, criminology and glycobiology will help drive national research and innovation.

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 13d

Australians who use anabolic-androgenic steroids are turning to online forums for advice on how to safely discontinue steroid-use, rather than seeking expert clinical support.
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Significant barriers to safe steroid discontinuation - Griffith News

Australians who use anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) are turning to online forums for advice on how to safely discontinue steroid-use, rather than

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 15d

Mosaic at Griffith University, offering those with mental health conditions in Brisbane access to free arts classes at QCAD and QCon, has had great results in its first year with students reporting improvements to their well-being. Classes will run again in 2026. news.griffith.edu.au/2025/09/29/a...

A creative approach to mental health - Griffith News

People living with mental health conditions in Brisbane have been participating in free university-level arts courses thanks to Griffith

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 16d

Ceiling fans as a sole form of cooling do not do enough to fully ameliorate heat-induced physiological strain for vulnerable populations once the mercury surpasses 31°C. 🌡️
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Ceiling fans can worsen heat strain when the mercury surpasses 31°C - Griffith News

Ceiling fans as a sole form of cooling do not do enough to fully ameliorate heat-induced physiological strain for vulnerable populations once the mercury

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 22d

GriffithUni’s 2024 Sustainability Report highlights its achievements toward achieving its sustainability targets, including climbing 48 places to rank 24th worldwide in the 2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, 5th in Australia, and 1st in Queensland. news.griffith.edu.au/2025/09/22/g...

Griffith’s ambitious vision captured in the 2024 Sustainability Report - Griffith News

Griffith University’s 2024 Sustainability Report marks a significant milestone in the University’s journey toward achieving its ambitious sustainability

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 23d

Heavy vehicle drivers are often first at rural crash scenes. Griffith researchers, with QTA and partners have launched the First on Scene program to train drivers in first aid, scene safety and self-care to improve outcomes in road trauma. news.griffith.edu.au/2025/09/19/t...

Truck drivers trained in First on Scene crash care - Griffith News

Heavy vehicle drivers are often the first on scene at road crashes in rural and remote locations, and a new program is supporting them to provide critical

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 26d

Cancer treatment for young people is life changing, and the challenges do not stop when treatment ends with many experiencing ongoing physical, emotional and social effects which can impact their daily lives.

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Digital lifestyle program to help young people with cancer - Griffith News

Cancer treatment for young people is life changing, and the challenges do not stop when treatment ends with many experiencing ongoing physical, emotional

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 27d

Our vibrant new partnership with Ugly Xmas Rashie has kicked off in glorious fashion, unveiling a new design that looks good while doing whale-y good things. Head to uglyxmasrashie.com.au to land yours!

Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 28d

We are so proud to welcome GAPS athletes to the Gold Coast for the 10th year in a row! GAPS (Gather, Adjust, Prepare and Sustain) continues to deliver a high-performance experience to athletes and coaches from across Oceania, helping athletes to reach their goals.

Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · 28d

Griffith University has been successful in securing a prestigious NIH R01 grant to support malaria vaccine research. The team has developed a novel biopolymer conjugate vaccine.

$2.5m NIH grant for malaria vaccine research - Griffith News

Griffith University has been successful in securing a prestigious National Institute of Health (NIH) R01 grant to support malaria vaccine research.

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The Conversation AUNZ @aunz.theconversation.com · 29d

Bitch is a slur – and a powerful symbol – that continues to divide us. Unfortunately, it’s unlikely to ever be fully reclaimed. Here’s why.

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The Conversation AUNZ @aunz.theconversation.com · Sep 15

At long last, Australia has a national climate adaptation plan to guide public and private responses to intensifying threats.

Climate change is causing ever more disruption. Can Australia’s new adaptation plan help?

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · Sep 15

Congratulations to Associate Professor Victoria Kain (School of Nursing and Midwifery) on winning the 2025 Global Triple E – SDG Impact Award! Her digital innovation is transforming newborn care in rural Nepal, empowering health workers to save lives from the very first breath.

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · Sep 12

Congratulations to Jackson Hillier, one of only five students nationally selected for the National Indigenous Space Academy. The Computer Science student is interning at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory on projects in space, robotics and AI. Griffith’s third student in a row to achieve this honour! 🚀

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · Sep 5

There is a common misconception that legionella is only found in air conditioners and water towers, however, Griffith University research has found people are likely exposed to the bacteria through other sources including through soil.

De-mystifying common misconception about the prevalence of legionella bacteria - Griffith News

There is a common misconception that legionella is only found in air conditioners and water towers, however, Griffith University research has found people

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · Sep 4

Congratulations to Griffith's Enactus team who won the the national championships & will represent Australia on the global stage at the Enactus World Cup 2025 in Bangkok. The team's winning initiative empowers students to cook healthy, affordable meals news.griffith.edu.au/2025/09/04/g...

Griffith team to represent Australia at Enactus World Cup 2025 - Griffith News

A Griffith University team has won the Enactus National Championships 2025 and qualified to represent Australia at the prestigious Enactus World Cup 2025.

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Griffith University @griffith.edu.au · Sep 4

Join us for the #BioBlitz at Nathan Campus on 5–6 Sept. Explore Toohey Forest, snap photos of local plants & animals, and upload to @inaturalist.bsky.social. Every record helps build knowledge of our unique biodiversity. Find out more: www.inaturalist.org/projects/gri...

Griffith University Toohey Forest BioBlitz

The Griffith University Toohey Forest BioBlitz seeks to engage staff, students and the broader community in the recording of biodiversity in a particular patch of Forest on the Nathan Campus. All reco...

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