Health

Health

Graphic illustration depicting a student standing within a large bookshelf
Anxiety and depression are widespread among students. Supporting mental health is a priority.
Dr. Kalina Christoff sitting down with a background showing some daydream-themed illustrations
It’s time to put down your phone and let your mind wander.
Illustration of the upper half of the human body, with colourful diagrams showing brain and the stomach
The human gut contains more nerve cells than the spinal cord and exerts influence on the brain.
Tanya Bennet, a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering, uses a pipet while working on the development of an in vitro model of the injured spinal cord
Serious disorders affecting the brain and nervous system can be complex to treat.
Illustration of a person who is stressed out while holding their head with one hand and multiple bills with the other
The links between stress and depression are strong and mysterious.
Professor Guangyu Wang standing in a forest, looking up at the trees
Connecting with nature, particularly in forests, can benefit our mental and physical health.
Illustration of a baby crawling, with symbols representing DNA and genes by the baby's brain

Unravelling the mysteries of gene expression in early brain development.

Bird's eye view of people walking up stairwell
Stairclimbing between meetings can help improve physical health.
Scott Ramsay, with arms folded standing in front of windows
This former professional athlete has faced a battle with post-concussion syndrome.
Four diners eating several plates of food at restaurant table
Want to learn how you can change your diet to reduce your chance of disease?