Western Sydney University

Cloud‐Native and Distributed Systems for Efficient and Scalable Large Language Models—A Research Agenda

ABSTRACT Objective Large Language Models (LLMs) are rapidly transforming artificial intelligence applications, but their unprecedented computational, memory, communication, and data‐management demands pose significant challenges to existing computing infrastructures. Traditional...

Decreased precipitation frequency increases nitrogen loss across degraded grasslands in a two-year mesocosm experiment

Soil inorganic nitrogen (N) is frequently lost from grasslands through gaseous emissions and leaching, both strongly regulated by precipitation, reducing soil nutrient availability and influencing offsite environments. Amid declining precipitation frequency and widespread grassla...

EMU detection of mysterious multiple component radio-continuum emission from nearby spiral Seyfert I type galaxy ‘Sand-timer’ (NGC 7213)

We present an Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder (ASKAP) Evolutionary Map of the Universe (EMU) radio-continuum detection of the nearby spiral Seyfert I type galaxy NGC 7213 which we nickname ‘sand-timer’ due to its morphological appearance. We find an intriguing and pe...

From prediction to mechanism: rethinking PTSD treatment non-response through an iron–inflammation framework

Precision psychiatry has improved prediction of treatment response across psychiatry, but translating biomarkers into treatment strategy remains difficult. Using PTSD as a model, we outline an iron-inflammation framework linking treatment-predictive neural circuitry to an upstrea...

Floristic condition drives differential response to cultural burns in grassy woodlands for ectomycorrhizal and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi

Societal Impact Statement Cultural burns are a critical Indigenous land management practice with diverse cultural and biodiversity benefits, now being reintroduced by Indigenous communities to Australian grassy woodlands after long post‐colonization suppression. How these burns i...

A framework for cost‐effective scalable revegetation planning: Experimental evidence of early establishment using native grass species

Abstract To ensure the effective allocation of funding, revegetation projects require transparent and integrated evaluations of costs and benefits. Yet, these elements are commonly omitted or reported separately, leaving stakeholders with an incomplete picture of the resourcing r...

Addressing migration-related inequities in health: an expert narrative review of emerging patterns, myths and realities in a rapidly transforming world

Purpose This expert narrative review uses an integrated framework to examine interactions between infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases (NCDs), while challenging prevailing assumptions shaping migrant health narratives and policy. Design/methodology/approach This expe...

Reclaiming agency: how women build mood, confidence and social connections during perimenopause

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to understand women's lived experiences of perimenopause, with reference to brain fog, mood, confidence and social connectedness, and identify opportunities to promote well-being. METHOD: A qualitative, exploratory study was conducted using semi-struct...

Factors associated with health service utilisation in rural Victoria: a multilevel analysis informed by Andersen’s behavioral model

Abstract Background Access to health services in rural areas can be hampered by a variety of factors contributing to reduced utilisation and poorer health outcomes. Andersen’s behavioral model was developed to understand how people utilise health services by assessing association...

Targeting delirium in gastric surgery: An interpretable predictive model and statistical analysis in critical care

Background Postoperative delirium is a serious complication in elderly ICU patients after gastric surgery, increasing mortality and healthcare burden. Early identification of high-risk patients may support timely prevention and optimise perioperative care. Objective To develop an...

“If you talk to someone under eighteen in the UK, you go to jail”: Exploring chronotopic identities of transnational Iranians on live streaming apps

Abstract This study examines how Iranians engage in identity work on live-streaming apps across geographical, political, and cultural borders. Drawing upon nexus analysis and ‘chronotope’ as an analytical tool and employing discourse analysis of a twenty-minute conversation betwe...

Questionable Evidence for Berberine in Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome: An Integrity-Based Reappraisal

Prior systematic reviews suggest that berberine may match or exceed the effects of metformin on metabolic and hormonal outcomes in polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS; previously referred to as polycystic ovary syndrome). This review aimed to assess the reported effica...

Context-dependent movement or methodological artefact in freshwater ecosystems? Platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) movement dampens under flow regulation but expands in urbanised freshwater environments

Abstract Understanding how freshwater species move through changing environments is critical for conservation, yet movement in riverine systems is shaped by interacting hydrological, landscape and biological processes that are difficult to disentangle across studies. For semi-aqu...

Factors associated with poor glycemic control and its correlation with albumin creatinine ratio among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia

Background Monitoring for glycemic control and screening for microalbuminuria (MA) and timely therapeutic intervention have become the standard of diabetic care worldwide. However, there are limited studies conducted on factors of poor glycemic control in Ethiopia, and there is n...

Effects of heat spreading resistance on configuration optimization and cooling performance of two-stage thermoelectric coolers

Two-stage thermoelectric coolers (TECs) are promising for applications requiring large temperature lifts. However, the heat spreading resistance (HSR) arising from dimensional mismatch is often neglected in conventional theoretical models, limiting the accuracy of performance ana...

Silicon-mediated alleviation of salinity stress in wheat is linked to reduced sodium accumulation but depends on cultivar and silicon source

Abstract Background and aims Soil salinity constrains crop productivity globally, yet mitigation strategies often involve economic or environmental trade-offs. Silicon (Si) supplementation is a potential approach to alleviate salinity stress, although responses are inconsistent a...

Cross-Boundary Practices within the Construction Industry: The Case of the Quantity Surveyors

Abstract The evolving dynamics of the construction industry have sharpened the need for quantity surveyors (QSs) to reinterpret their role, expanding beyond traditional commercial management practices to encompass broader strategic functions such as value optimization and interdi...

Flipped learning for leader empowering leadership among nurse leaders in residential aged care facilities: a pilot cluster quasi-experimental study

Empowering leadership by nurse leaders is crucial for creating positive workplace environments. However, no previous studies have investigated the effects of educational interventions utilizing a flipped-learning approach to cultivate empowering leadership behaviors among nurse l...

Cyber harassment engagement and its impact on academic performance impairment: a theory of planned behavior approach

Abstract Cybercrime is one of the most pressing global challenges in the digital era, encompassing offenses conducted through computer networks and online platforms. Among these, cyber harassment refers to the use of electronic communication, such as email, social media, and mess...

Digital mediation of uneven space-times: international students’ negotiation of wellbeing

This study contributes to post-phenomenological digital geographies by examining how digital technologies mediate international students’ space-times and shape their everyday experiences of wellbeing. Drawing on qualitative research with 30 international students in Australia, th...