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The upheavals of our time point to a transformational era and a pivotal period – order vs freedom, adaption vs nostalgia, says a University of Melbourne expert

Words change their meaning over time. But some words can evolve to mean the opposite of their original definition say University of Melbourne researchers.

Video-on-demand services have shaken up Australian viewing but University of Melbourne experts say distinct strategies are now emerging amid growing competition

How is Japan set to meets its obligations to the International Olympic Committee to ensure a Games free of discrimination against LGBT athletes and event visitors?

A University of Melbourne researcher explores how the traditions many of us associate with Christmas get a cultural spin in different countries around the world

Leonardo da Vinci’s portrait of Cecilia Gallerani, known as the Lady with an Ermine has had an extraordinary history, explains a University of Melbourne expert.

It gives us great pleasure to announce the recent appointment of this distinguished academic staff member as Redmond Barry Distinguished Professor.

Melbourne Laureate Professor appointments recognise exceptional academic distinction and performance and represent a significant honour.

Can the trend towards buying sustainable fashion really help the planet, or should we simply be buying less? University of Melbourne experts unravel the issues.

In Indonesia, women are making change for themselves from the ground up and defining the future of gender equality, finds University of Melbourne research.

Six talented Bachelor of Arts students have won The Big Idea 2019 – a social enterprise competition hosted by The Big Issue.

In the rugged landscape of Georgia, University of Melbourne archaeologists are helping to reveal a medieval world protected by castles, caves and rock shelters

Indonesia researchers Dr Rachael Diprose and Dr Amalinda Savirani examine the challenges faced by rural women and the programs being developed to help overcome them

New University of Melbourne research finds urgent action is needed to maintain sustainable volunteer services for people with disability and their families.

The Australian Academy of the Humanities is delighted to announce the election of Professor Ann Dunlop (School of Culture and Communication) and Dr Hyun Jin Kim (School of Historical and Philosophical Studies)...

Linear A, the script of one of the earliest European civilisations, the Minoans, is still undeciphered but a University of Melbourne expert is finding new clues