Day: November 24, 2025

Nov 24
Social Media Impact in Australia: How UniSA Study Shows Decline in Youth Sport, Reading and Arts

Introduction The past three years have seen an unprecedented shift in how Australian children spend their after‑school hours. A research project led by the University of South Australia (UniSA) tracked more than 14,000 students aged 11 to 14 from 2019 to 2022, revealing that daily social media usage surged from 26 % to 85 %, while participation […]

Nov 24
Digital Health Tools: How the University of South Australia Improves Children’s Physical Activity and Diet

Understanding the Impact of Digital Health Tools on Youth Wellbeing Electronic and mobile health (e‑Health and m‑Health) applications are increasingly recognized as instruments for fostering healthier habits in children and teenagers. A recent meta‑analysis by the University of South Australia (UniSA) reviewed data on more than 133,000 youths under 18 and confirmed that targeted digital […]

Nov 24
UniSA Accelerates Space Innovation: 6 Startups Graduate from Venture Catalyst Space Program

Understanding UniSA’s Venture Catalyst Space Program The University of South Australia’s (UniSA) Innovation & Collaboration Centre (ICC) launched the Venture Catalyst Space (VCS) accelerator to nurture high‑potential space‑related startups. The program offers equity‑free funding, custom workshops, mentorship from industry experts and access to national and international networks. Designed for founders across the entire value chain—concept, […]

Nov 24
UniSA Research Shows ChatGPT’s Creativity Ceiling and How Australian Creatives Can Stay Ahead

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the debate over whether generative AI like ChatGPT can replace the most innovative writers, designers, and musicians continues to grow. A recent study from the University of South Australia (UniSA) provides a clear, data‑driven answer: AI’s creative capacity is inherently capped and will never match the originality that highly […]

Nov 24
Addressing Housing Challenges for Temporary Visa Holders – Insights from the University of South Australia

Australia’s temporary visa population has grown to more than 2.8 million people – roughly 10 % of the nation’s residents. Despite this influx, housing support services for temporary visa holders have lagged behind the demand. Recent research from the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI), conducted in partnership with the University of South Australia, highlights the […]

Nov 24
CELUSA launches high‑tech cooling fabric for outdoor workers

When heatwaves push temperatures into uncomfortable ranges, the demand for garments that keep workers cool while remaining breathable has never been higher. CELUSA, a pioneer in sustainable apparel, has partnered with the University of South Australia (UniSA) to introduce a lightweight, solar‑reflective fabric engineered for extreme outdoor environments. How the new material works The fabric […]