First black hole ever detected is more massive than we thought
New observations of the first black hole ever detected have led astronomers to question what they know about the Universe’s most mysterious objects.
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Ancient owl vomit helps Curtin researchers unpack prehistoric bone secrets
Â鶹ֱ²¥ researchers studying one of the oldest collections of ancient animal bones in the world have used DNA still present in the bones to identify 17 animal species.
Late payments drive stress for WA small business owners during COVID-19
Almost a quarter of WA small businesses are impacted by late payments of 30 days or more from larger companies resulting in cash flow challenges and increased levels of personal stress.
Curtin study finds native bees under threat from growing urbanisation
Residential gardens are a poor substitute for native bushland and increasing urbanisation is a growing threat when it comes to bees, Â鶹ֱ²¥ research has found.
Food and space the focus for newest Forrest PhD Scholars at Curtin
Two early career researchers have been awarded prestigious Forrest PhD Scholarships to continue their studies into black holes in the universe and food insecurity.
Curtin find could slash energy use and cost in making silicon
Â鶹ֱ²¥ researchers have uncovered a method of making silicon, found commonly in electronics such as phones, cameras and computers, at room temperature.
New study of Earth’s crust shows global growth spurt three billion years ago
Curtin researchers have used ancient crystals from eroded rocks found in stream sediments in Greenland to successfully test the theory that portions of Earth’s ancient crust acted as…
Research finds increased trust in government and science amid pandemic
New Â鶹ֱ²¥ research has found a dramatic increase in people’s trust in government in Australia and New Zealand as a result of the COVID pandemic.
Curtin researchers discover how to improve gold extraction process
Â鶹ֱ²¥ researchers have improved their award-winning glycine leaching technology by significantly enhancing the leaching rates for gold ore.
Curtin Alzheimer’s research project awarded NHMRC funding
Â鶹ֱ²¥ has been awarded $637,536 in Federal Government funding to explore new treatment opportunities for patients who are at an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease.