New research into the transport experiences of Australian children with disabilities and their families has revealed systemic issues leaving them feeling unsafe, excluded and isolated.
Category: Research Projects
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New framework underway for autism assessment
Autism CRC is developing an evidence-based framework for assessing, differentiating and reporting children’s functional strengths and support needs.
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Trial offers hope for progressive multiple sclerosis
The first adaptive clinical trial for Australians with progressive MS designed to reverse neurological damage will be launched in 2024. The trial will allow researchers to investigate the potential benefits of several medications simultaneously giving hope to the cohort of people living with one of the most debilitating forms of MS who have limited treatment options.
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First International Indigenous Disability Research Symposium
An International Indigenous Disability Research Conference, a first of its kind to be held at the University of Sydney, will take place over two days in November. The symposium aims […]
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First Down Syndrome Institute unveiled
In what is an Australian first, The Down Syndrome Institute has been established to provide research and medical care for people with Down syndrome in Australia. Launched by NSW and […]
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University students with disability confronted by workplace discrimination
University students with disabilities routinely face discrimination while on work placement, leading to some dropping out or switching career pathways, according to an Australian-first research study. The Deakin University study […]
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AI at the forefront of new MS research
New research using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to analyse MRI scans of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) could pave the way for improved treatment of people with the condition. Researchers from the […]
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A ‘world first’ exercise program in Virtual Reality
Researchers are using virtual reality (VR) to encourage South Australians with an intellectual disability to undertake regular physical exercise through a high-tech gaming program. The program is designed to build […]
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Genetic healthcare toolkit for people with intellectual disability
Genetic healthcare kit for people with intellectual disability.
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Report finds solutions needed for stressed care workforce
Findings from a new report found that client-facing workers, such as disability support and aged care workers, experienced less autonomy in their jobs, poorer relationships at work and higher levels […]
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New research reveals community failure in understanding autism
New research into autism disclosure has found that overwhelmingly people had a narrow understanding of what autism is which creates problems for autistic people in work, dating, healthcare and mental […]
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Occupational Therapy Workforce Development Project wants your input
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) is investing in a Workforce Development Project to address the significant workforce challenges facing the occupational therapy profession. The project will deliver a plan focused on […]