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Green spaces may help protect unborn babies from the effects of air pollution during pregnancy, review finds

Laura Thomas — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 02:42:24 +0000

Living near trees and parks may help protect unborn babies from some of the harmful […]

‘Toad-proofing’ farms could help stop the march of invasive pest

Samuel Jeremic — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 01:55:27 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� research has found farmers making small changes to how they give water to […]

Scientists uncover the secret behind perfectly 3D preserved ‘sea reptile’ fossils

Laura Thomas — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:23:10 +0000

Scientists at �鶹ֱ�� have solved a long-standing mystery about how some of the world’s […]

Curtin’s Open Day postponed due to approaching cyclone

Yasmine Phillips — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:18:02 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� has made the difficult decision to postpone its Open Day scheduled for this Sunday due to the approaching cyclone and forecast severe weather.

New geoscience hub to play critical role in cleaner minerals future

Lucien Wilkinson — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:20:22 +0000

A new �鶹ֱ�� institute will connect government and industry with leading geoscience expertise to help […]

Curtin takes cutting-edge science inside WA prisons

Yasmine Phillips — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 01:26:32 +0000

A “super microscope” capable of magnifying the tiniest of objects and usually only found in research labs has been taken inside an Australian prison for the first time, giving people in custody rare access to cutting-edge science.

Researchers trialling simple oral medicines to combat dementia in diabetes

Samuel Jeremic — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 01:58:14 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� researchers will investigate a promising new approach to preventing cognitive decline and dementia […]

WA population to hit 3.5 million by 2033 as resources-driven migration reshapes housing and workforce pressures: report

Laura Thomas — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 02:32:12 +0000

Western Australia is on track to add half a million people within a decade, with […]

Australia’s lung cancer screening promise at risk, Curtin researcher warns

Laura Thomas — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:09:10 +0000

Australia’s new National Lung Cancer Screening Program could dramatically improve survival rates for the nation’s […]

Curtin celebrates triple success in 2026 Fulbright Scholarships

Laura Thomas — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:06 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� is celebrating the success of three outstanding scholars recognised in the prestigious 2026 […]

Strategic partnership to further establish Australia as a rare earth leader

Samuel Jeremic — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:17:43 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� and Victory Metals have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of […]

Life of entrepreneurship and philanthropy earns prestigious accolade

Samuel Jeremic — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 01:11:00 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� has acknowledged respected entrepreneur and philanthropist Malcolm Steinberg for his lifelong contribution to […]

Curtin delivers three Aboriginal doctors from Country to clinic

Laura Thomas — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:16:08 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� has celebrated a powerful milestone this week with the graduation of three Aboriginal […]

New study warns huge areas of Australia are vulnerable to tree-killing beetle

Laura Thomas — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:49:41 +0000

A new �鶹ֱ�� study warns that large parts of Australia, including major cities and […]

Perth Festival exhibitions reunite Indian Ocean histories, kinships, and voices fractured by colonisation

�鶹ֱ�� — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 02:40:55 +0000

John Curtin Gallery will unite artists from across Australia, South Africa and Indonesia in a […]

Social housing the key to protecting low-income renters, study finds

Samuel Jeremic — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 01:43:09 +0000

Low-income renters in Australia are far less likely to experience housing stress, rent arrears, or […]

Fellowships to take Curtin duo from regional WA to the global stage

Samuel Jeremic — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:27:03 +0000

Two �鶹ֱ�� students will fly to Canberra next month ahead of an even bigger […]

Curtin scientists freeze out ice-age delivery theory for Stonehenge stones

Laura Thomas — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 03:07:19 +0000

New �鶹ֱ�� research has delivered the strongest scientific evidence yet that people – not […]

Research aims to reduce long COVID in culturally diverse communities

Yasmine Phillips — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 03:22:38 +0000

A major new research project aims to improve long COVID outcomes in culturally and linguistically diverse communities, following growing evidence these groups face disproportionate long-term impacts from the virus.

Food for thought: Plate photos help Australians track what they eat

Laura Thomas — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:06:44 +0000

New research has revealed that taking photos of your food makes it easier to remember […]

Study reveals how many hours of video games per week might be too many

Samuel Jeremic — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Playing video games for more than 10 hours a week could have a significant impact […]

‘Cosmic clock’ reveals Australian landscapes’ history and potential future

Samuel Jeremic — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:44:19 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� researchers have demonstrated a new way to uncover the ancient history of Australia’s […]

Global study reveals widespread burning of plastic for heating and cooking

Samuel Jeremic — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:01:00 +0000

A new �鶹ֱ��-led study has shed new light on the widespread number of households […]

Passports ready: New Colombo Plan Scholars to learn and apply skills abroad

Samuel Jeremic — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 04:17:39 +0000

Six �鶹ֱ�� students will jet to countries across the Indo-Pacific next year after being […]

Vice-Chancellor Message to Staff and Students: Bondi Beach Attack

Lauren Sydoruk — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 03:31:27 +0000

Dear Curtin community, The events that unfolded in Bondi have been shocking and deeply distressing. […]

New initiative to better protect the health of Aboriginal Western Australians

Samuel Jeremic — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 02:26:10 +0000

A major new �鶹ֱ��-led program will work to make a vital contribution to reverse […]

Curtin study reveals rapid shift in public trust towards AI ‘chatbot therapists’

Laura Thomas — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:22:19 +0000

Public attitudes toward ‘chatbot therapists’ shifted dramatically during the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence […]

Curtin appoints acclaimed industry leader as next Chancellor

Yasmine Phillips — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:43:29 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� is delighted to announce the appointment of highly regarded director David Lock as its next Chancellor, commencing April 2026.

Study reveals online support lacking for sarcoma patients and their carers

Samuel Jeremic — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 03:43:27 +0000

A new �鶹ֱ�� study has found people diagnosed with sarcoma – a cancer disproportionately […]

New $94.6 million ARC Centre of Excellence to empower workers in the digital age

Samuel Jeremic — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 01:08:15 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� has secured major funding from the Australian Research Council to create and lead […]

Alumni changemakers appointed to Curtin Council

Lauren Sydoruk — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 01:57:49 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� is pleased to announce the appointment of two outstanding Curtin graduates, Emma Garlett […]

New framework outlines best practice for AI in higher education

Samuel Jeremic — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 01:27:12 +0000

The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) has today published The Australian Framework […]

Curtin Accelerate to propel WA businesses to new heights in 2026

Samuel Jeremic — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 01:59:21 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� has revealed the next generation of innovators and industry shapers, announcing 13 startups […]

National study finds where you live influences your body weight

Lucien Wilkinson — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000

A �鶹ֱ��-led study has found that where Australians live has a measurable influence on […]

Domestic violence gaps exposed: New report calls for urgent action to protect migrant and refugee women

Laura Thomas — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 04:34:22 +0000

A new �鶹ֱ�� report is calling for urgent action to better protect migrant and […]

Leader in higher education equity joins ACSES Advisory Board

Samuel Jeremic — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 03:06:53 +0000

The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) is pleased to welcome equity in […]

Research aims to close cancer prevention gap for gay and bisexual men

Samuel Jeremic — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 01:39:42 +0000

A �鶹ֱ��-led project will investigate how vaccinations may help reduce the risk of anal […]

Curtin researchers awarded prestigious ARC funding

Samuel Jeremic — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 03:46:10 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� research projects have won more than $5 million in combined Australian Research Council […]

World-class research and media stars shine bright on annual awards night

Samuel Jeremic — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:03:42 +0000

�鶹ֱ�� has celebrated its world-class research community and most prominent media performers at the […]

New liver cancer blood test to make detection more effective and accessible

Samuel Jeremic — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 01:50:34 +0000

Liver cancer patients may soon be able to check if their disease has returned with […]