Simple ways to improve well-being

Most of the research into well-being concentrates on if and how it can be increased. Justin Cole is part of a team studying the effectiveness of self-help exercises as methods for improving well-being.

What have Big Data, the Internet of Things and Civil Rights have to do with each other?

Where is the connection between the collection of digital data and the civil rights movement? Malcolm Crompton explains and urges us to consider the implications.

The rise of hyper-local social networking

Every social network channel has its specific use. Darren Moffatt says that emerging online technology will connect neighbours, improve community relations and revitalise urban living.

Disruption in the space industry

With new technologies emerging, the barriers to space are continuously being reduced. Jason Held from Saber Astronautics explains how even smaller companies are now able to enter the space sector.

Is Australia ready to thwart the cyber attacks?

There is cause for concern that Australia's change of government has slowed down initiatives to protect businesses and institutions defend against online attacks. Dr Tanveer Zia, a cyber security researcher at Charles Sturt University, calls for the development of an Australian framework.

Using an eye tracker in autism research – autism and the social mind

Social learning relies on a natural inclination to watch people’s faces and eyes. Dr Giacomo Vivanti explains how the technology of eye tracking can afford a new window into the mental world of individuals with autism.

How not to make a bed – synthetic drugs in Australia

Sophisticated synthetic drugs are flooding the Australian market, and for every drug banned there are five others lurking in the wings. Emergency consultant and illicit drug expert Dr. David Caldicott says a temporary ban on these products is just a starting point to buy us some time.

Meet productivity challenge through move to digital economy

The importance of telework and its positive influence on productivity should not be underestimated. Cisco’s Tim Fawcett explains.

Mutual co-evolution as the hidden business value of Twitter

The upcoming stock market debut of Twitter is highly anticipated. Ken Eustace from the School of Computing and Mathematics at CSU explains why Twitter needs to work together with traditional media companies and other social networks in order to establish a successful business model.

Agile Business Management: Adaptability for Sustainable Business Growth

By embracing technological and cultural change as it happens, an agile manager can deliver sustainable business growth. Evan Leybourn explains the potential of agile business management.

Profile of privacy – higher, but is it sexy?

Data protection is an important issue of public concern. Richard Thomas CBE, former UK Information Commissioner and adviser to the Centre for Information Policy Leadership, documents how the profile of data privacy has steadily grown over the years.

Terror on Twitter

Social media, especially Twitter and YouTube, are providing terrorists with the platform to broadcast their violent acts globally. Charles Sturt University lecturer and researcher Jake Wallis explains how new media is being used to spread the word.