Beyond carrot and stick: the truth about what motivates us

We discuss rewards, punishment and more with a motivational psychologist. 

A little drug called exercise changing cancer care

Australia’s first exercise program for cancer patients is making waves.

Breaking down barriers with the 'Autistic Professor'

We sat down with Sandra Thom-Jones, ACU’s Pro Vice-Chancellor, Research Impact and author of Growing in to Autism.

Sorting fact from fiction in the world of fitness and nutrition

World-renowned researcher, Professor John Hawley, helps navigate the seemingly endless stream of fad diets and exercise trends.

Smoothing the pathway to civilian life

ACU’s Industry Professor for Veterans and Their Families responds to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.

Shifting the focus from size to exercise

Research shows it may be better to be fat and fit than slim and sedentary.

Challenging age-old assumptions

The goal of supporting people to age well never gets old for ACU’s Professor of Healthy Ageing, Laurie Buys.

A passion for women's health

Meet Courtney Giles, the ACU researcher who is exploring the effects of exercise on childbearing women.