University of New South Wales (UNSW) researchers have shown that 'comfort eating' is not a socially contrived phenomenon - but rather one based in biology. The result could explain why some people over-eat when under stress.
Dementia may be avoidable and doctors should take a more optimistic approach to the condition, according to research involving two UNSW academics.
The Federal Government has announced a $30 million commitment to establish a Neuroscience Research Precinct, of which UNSW is a part.