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Winner of the Trailblazer Award (supported by the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer) at the 2025 Curtinnovation Awards, AI-enabled thermal cameras detect rockfalls in real time\u201a even in dust, dark, or fog. The system identifies heat patterns and sends alerts to mine control instantly, improving safety and reducing haul road downtime.<\/p>\n\n \n <\/div>\n <\/mimas-block>\n\n Accessing the capabilities of Innovation Central Perth and the Optus-Curtin Centre for Excellence in Artificial Intelligence, Curtin researchers are developing AI tools for diverse industry applications.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve developed a neural network that can identify mechanical faults by sound, for near-real-time classification and notification. Western Australia\u2019s Public Transport Authority is now using the technology to detect escalator faults before they occur.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve also developed a world-first app that \u2018reads\u2019 the faces of non-verbal patients (such as those with dementia) to assess pain levels. The technology is now on the market, as seen in the product, PainChek.<\/p>\n Our expertise in virtual reality, augmented reality and large-scale displays can help create immersive experiences and interpret data more effectively.<\/p>\n The Curtin Hub for Immersive Visualisation and eReserach (the HIVE) offers four large-scale visualisations systems to present and interpret data, and travel to virtual environments. One such system is The Dome: a four-metre diameter domed screen that can create 360o<\/sup> ultra-realistic panoramas and virtual worlds.<\/p>\n The HIVE has been central to the creation of virtual heritage experiences including 3D reconstructions of the HMAS Sydney (II) and HSK Kormoran. Our researchers also work closely with the Curtin Institute for Data Science to perform computational modelling and interpret data more effectively.<\/p>\n We are helping brands better engage with customers and improve their product branding.<\/p>\n Researchers at our Consumer Research Lab are using biometric methods, including eye-tracking devices and biometric wristbands, to track consumers\u2019 cognitive, attitudinal and behavioural responses to products and marketing materials in real-time. We help organisations analyse the effectiveness of packaging design, improve product placement in stores and offer insights for more user-friendly online experiences.<\/p>\n Our research helps brands monitor their customer\u2019s online presence with advanced social media analytics capabilities.<\/p>\n Curtin\u2019s Centre for Culture and Technology (CCAT) is located at the intersections of disciplinary and creative boundaries.<\/p>\n We\u2019re investigating how identity, meanings, relationships and values are shaped by new media and communication technologies. There are six programs: Digital Intimacies; Innovation in Knowledge Communication; Indigenous Culture and Digital Technologies; Digital Inclusion and Media Access; Posthumanism-Animality-Technology; and The Digital Child.<\/p>\n In the Digital Inclusion and Media Access program, our researchers are helping transform the discourse around disability, to one whereby impairment is still located in the body, but disability is created by society. Digital technologies should then overcome the means to overcome such disability.<\/p>\n Our advocacy has led to the adoption of audio description by the Australian public broadcasters from July 2020.<\/p>\n Researchers from across numerous disciplines, ranging from astrophysics to public health and social sciences, are using expertise from theCurtin Institute for Data Science<\/a> (CIDS) to develop new data science tools.<\/p>\n CIDS were able to assist with the tracking the spread of extremist media communications \u2013 a task that is now beyond the capability of manual analysis. The team used automated processing and machine learning to achieve contextual classification of key features in text and images.<\/p>\n As a core partner in the ARC Training Centre for Transforming Maintenance through Data Science, the CIDS is also helping industry apply data science to their maintenance operations, and ensure effective maintenance of assets over their lifecycle. Our researchers with expertise in modelling and simulation are improving plant automation and process control in mineral processing and extractive metallurgical processes.<\/p>\n New technologies are creating exciting possibilities to transform the future of learning.<\/p>\n We\u2019re a partner in the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, which is investigating the positive and negative impacts of technology on young children, with the aim of informing policy development and curricula.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve also explored how to make the University\u2019s own teaching more effective through the use of virtual reality. This includes designing immersive experiences to help first-year students better understand the molecular structures of enzymes and their reactions.<\/p>\n Curtin\u2019s Future of Work Institute is investigating the impact of digital disruption, automation and AI on employment patterns and skill requirements within Australian workforces.<\/p>\n We have expertise in work systems design, helping organisations optimise the relationship between human social systems and technical systems, particularly those involving remote teams, AI decision support systems and wearable applications.<\/p>\n We have also created a new SMART Work Design model to improve the wellbeing of workers and promote meaningful work in the Digital Age. The model has five themes for positive outcomes: stimulating, mastery, agency, relational and tolerable demands.<\/p>\n The Curtin Institute for Data Science is an interdisciplinary knowledge accelerator to address the increasing demand for data science and high-performance computation.<\/p>\n Innovation Central Perth is an industry and science collaboration centre led by Cisco and located at Â鶹ֱ²¥.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n The WA Data Science Innovation Hub aims to ensure WA remains at the forefront of data science by increasing the uptake, education, training and awareness of the discipline.<\/p>\n By partnering with Curtin, you’ll gain access to a network of experts and specialised facilities that can help your business become more efficient, sustainable and profitable. There are also opportunities for investment, licensing, mentoring and employment.<\/p>\n Reach out to Curtin\u2019s Research Partnerships Team using the form below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n \n Our strengths<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n <\/div>\n\n
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