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Join us at ACMI for the Australian Content in the Streaming Era Symposium, presented in partnership with RMIT's Streaming Industries and Genres Network (SIGN) and ACMI on Thursday 12 September, as we discuss the future of the film and TV industries in Australia since the introduction of streaming services a decade ago.

The event will feature discussion panels, talks and a screening designed to catalyse conversation. SIGN researchers and industry heavyweights – including the ABC, SBS, Seven West Media, Screen Australia, and Aunty Donna – will look forward as well as back to consider how we can future-proof our local screen industries in an increasingly global marketplace.

Supported by RMIT's Social Change Enabling Impact Platform.

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Australian Content in the Streaming Era Symposium Discover how local screen industries and audience habits have changed over the last decade, in this all-day symposium. ​

In celebration of Wear It Purple Day, we're showcasing the stories of two remarkable students, Synthia Wilson and Harlene Del Rosario, who are using their creative talents to inspire change and promote inclusivity.

Together, their stories showcase the power of fashion as a tool for self-discovery and advocacy.

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Stitches of Identity: Synthia and Harlene weave inclusivity into fashion Two remarkable students, Synthia Wilson and Harlene Del Rosario, are using their creative talents to inspire change and promote inclusivity.

Congratulations to members of the RMIT University community on their selection to represent Australia at the Paralympic Games in Paris!

Jessica Gallagher, a graduate of Applied Science and a Master of Osteopathy, will compete in Cycling for what will be her sixth Paralympic Games! Jessica received an Honorary Doctorate in Social Sciences at our 2023 Melbourne Graduation.

Shae Graham will compete in Wheelchair Rugby. Shae has a Masters in Information Management and Graduate Certificate in Information Management from RMIT. She was the first female to represent Australia playing Wheelchair Rugby internationally and at the 2020 Paralympic games in Tokyo.

Ella Hose will compete in Shot Put and Discus. Ella is a current student of Communication (Journalism).

Nathan Pellissier will compete in Table Tennis. A graduate of Business (Financial Planning), he has previously taken home silver from the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.

Finally, Melissa (Milly) Tapper will also compete in Table Tennis. A graduate of the Diploma in Conveyancing, she has taken home medals for Australia at Commonwealth Games and Paralympic events.

We wish all athletes the best of luck and we’ll be cheering you on!

This year we are celebrating 100 years of architectural and cinematic wonder at The Capitol! 🎉 💯

From silent films to near-demolition, refurbishments and reinvention, the theatre has stood the test of time to remain a cultural icon of Melbourne.

Built in 1924 by renowned architects Marion Mahony Griffin and Walter Burley Griffin, the Chicago-Gothic-style theatre is regarded their greatest interior design work.

The Capitol was the first extravagant “picture palace” to be built in Victoria, seating over 2,100 people in sweeping stalls and circles.

RMIT acquired the building 1999 and used the theatre for teaching and learning, and public programming activities.

Needing critical repairs, The Capitol closed its doors in 2014 and reopened in 2019 following a multi-million-dollar refurbishment, reclaiming its place as a Melbourne cultural icon.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Alec Cameron said RMIT was proud to restore and reopen The Capitol – now a place of transformative learning, teaching, research and mentoring for a new generation and those to come.

“More than a theatre, The Capitol of today is testament to RMIT’s determination to respect the past even as we prepare our students for an ever-changing future,” he said.

“The outcome remains a spectacular Melbourne icon, filled with RMIT’s innovative spirit.”

“We are proud to be custodians of such an important landmark and pay tribute to 100 years of history – with eyes firmly on the 100 ahead.”

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We are proud to be the principal sponsor of this year’s Social Sciences Week! Kicking off on September 9, we will be hosting a range of thought-provoking events to help us understand what social sciences are and their importance to society.

These events are open to the public, check out the RMIT program:

Dive into Social Sciences Week 2024 As the principal sponsor of Social Sciences Week 2024, RMIT is hosting a range of thought-provoking events from 9-15 September.

Could the animals we eat cause the next pandemic in the form of antimicrobial resistance?

In some parts of the world, farm animals are fed antibiotics to boost their growth with very little regulation on the practice.

RMIT researchers warn this could lead to the development of superbugs in farm animals, which can be passed on to humans through consumption.

Drugs and pesticides used in farming can also leave a residue in the meat we eat, which can contribute to antibiotic resistance in humans.

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A new pandemic could ride in on animals we eat, researchers warn Researchers warn the animals we eat could be the gateway for a pandemic in the form of antimicrobial resistance, unleashing a wave of deadly superbugs.

New research shows that kids are often confused about what Australian content is and struggle to identify it. In the decade since Netflix and Stan first started offering streaming services in Australia, our local screen industries have seen a dramatic transformation, but not for the better.

‘I don’t even know what the Australian TV shows are’: how streaming has changed kids’ viewing in Australia Research shows Australian children struggle to find and identify local content on streaming services.

Meet Kevy the kestrel 🪶

Kevy has been working with researchers at RMIT and the University of Bristol to help them understand how his remarkably steady flight could inform future drone designs and flight control strategies, making them safer and more stable for applications like parcel delivery, food delivery and environmental monitoring. 🍔🦅

🔗 Read more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/2024/august/kestrel-flight

Leigh Valley Hawk and Owl Sanctuary

Join us this weekend for RMIT Open Day! 📚🎉🏙️

Our Brunswick and City campuses will be open this Sunday from 10am. Register now to go into the draw to win the Ultimate Uni Starter Pack worth $1500: www.rmit.edu.au/openday

On the day you'll have the opportunity to:

• Explore our campuses and get first-hand experience with RMIT facilities - from labs to tech-integrated learning spaces. 🏫

• Discover student life and find out what your study experience will be like at RMIT. 📖

• Catch presentations, Q&A's and more where you'll learn all there is to know about your dream course. 🧠

• Meet your future employers, lecturers and current RMIT students. 🤝

How incredible are these inspired designs by our Associate Degree in and Technology students. 🤯🪐🛸✨🖤

🔗 Read more about the collaboration: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/2024/july/ve-disney-star-wars

The City campus was bustling as many came down to this year's Campus Fest for semester 2!

Not only were students with each other and getting to know the 100+ clubs and societies available, they were also treated to lively entertainment, complimentary food and drinks, and much more.

What a way it was to kick off semester 2 with Orientation week!

We were so thrilled to welcome new and returning students over the past couple of weeks with a variety of events including a buzzing party on Bowen Street to celebrate the new semester.

RMIT architecture, design and landscape experts will be part of a range of events as part of the Open House Melbourne 2024 program, which begins this week.

RMIT’s The Capitol is playing host to three events this year, Designing with Country - which ran earlier this week featuring the Yulendj Weelam Design Research Lab from RMIT's School of Architecture and Urban Design, This is Public – held on the opening night of Open House 2024, and the Heritage Address.

RMIT will also be showcasing some of the University’s world-class and distinctly Melbourne buildings during the Open House Melbourne Weekend, running tours of Building 8, along with tours of the famous Capitol Theatre.

Find out more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/2024/july/open-house-melbourne

Early research shows 1 in 3 young Australians will experience intimate partner violence before they’re 18. An RMIT led, Australian-first study on young people’s use of violence towards intimate partners is seeking a new approach to interventions and support for victims and perpetrators, as experts warn of gaps undermining existing efforts.

The new project announced this week by Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women's Safety (ANROWS) and led by RMIT University aims to turn the tide with a more targeted approach.

First national study on intimate partner violence among young people aims to turn the tide An Australian-first study on young people’s use of violence towards intimate partners is seeking a new approach to interventions and support.

Five eager aviation students at RMIT have received scholarships from Leidos Australia that will support the budding pilots to complete their studies. ✈️

The scholarships include additional flight training in the specialised skillset Leidos requires in their pilot workforce, including search and rescue. Students will also receive a unique internship opportunity to put these skills into practice.

Amber Kennett, a second year Associate Degree of Aviation (Professional Piloting) student said she was thrilled to receive a scholarship.

“I was inspired to apply as I have always hoped to use my aviation skills to benefit others,”

“The Leidos scholarship offers a perfect combination of flying whilst being part of mission operations that benefit the Australian community through border security and search and rescue services.”

Read more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/2024/july/amber-kennett

Did you know that astronauts often struggle to eat their normal nutritional intake in space?

A world-first study into food aromas by scientists at RMIT may help explain why space food is often reported to taste bland. 🚫🧂🚫

The study tested how people’s perception of vanilla and almond extracts and lemon essential oil changed between environments on Earth 🌏 and the confined setting of the International Space Station 🛰️, which was simulated using virtual reality.

Results suggest that particular chemicals could explain change in perceptions, as well as a greater sense of loneliness and isolation.

Beyond astronauts, the research could have broader implications for improving the diets of isolated people, including nursing home residents, by personalising aromas to enhance the flavour of their food. 🍲🍕🥗

🔗 Read more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/2024/july/space-food-aroma

This new invention, based on a modified speargun, provides a cheap and efficient way to test seabed soil when designing offshore wind farms. ♻️🌊

The innovation minimises disturbance to the seabed 🐠, and significantly reduces the cost of heavy-duty probes used in shallower water, which can be up to $200,000 per day. 💸

🔗 Read more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/2024/june/speargun

We’re proud to be delivering a free Diploma of Information and Technology to women and gender diverse people across Victoria.

The partnership between RMIT and the Australian Government Department of Education has offered learners based across regional Victoria and Melbourne part-time study over two years while they continue their careers.

The course offers valuable tech skills which students can bring to their careers and communities, or use to pursue a new career path or further study in IT.

“I had a passion to learn something different and I've always been interested in IT,” said Vicki Kane, an education coordinator who is undertaking the program.

“I want to be more comfortable using IT where I work. I'm the only person on-site making sure the students can access their studies and complete assignments. This course has given me the confidence to solve IT problems and use different programs needed in assignments.”

Read more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/2024/june/free-diploma-of-it

Congratulations to Althea Francisco for winning the 2023-2024 ACMI + RMIT Games Prize for her work as Creative Director and Producer on the group project REAPRIEVE!

Now in its fifth year, this prize is awarded to a graduating student from the RMIT Bachelor of Design (Games) for a work exploring the artistic potential of the medium.

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ACMI + RMIT Games Prize: 2023–24 winner The winner of the 2023–24 ACMI + RMIT Games Prize is Althea Francisco for her work on the group project 'REAPRIEVE'.

Pre-clinical studies led by RMIT in collaboration with University of South Australia and Trinity College Dublin show low-dose aspirin could help prevent complications caused by flu infections.

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Low-dose aspirin could help prevent pregnancy complications caused by flu infections A world-first study has found low-dose aspirin may treat flu-induced blood vessel inflammation, creating better blood flow to the placenta during pregnancy.