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Curtin lights up as thousands enjoy Creatures on Campus wildlife spectacle
Thousands of visitors flocked to Curtin University over the weekend as the campus transformed into a vibrant, after-dark wildlife wonderland, to help inspire the next wave of conservationists and biological scientists. Held across two evenings, the free Creatures on Campus drew crowds to explore a spectacular world of illuminated giant animals, cutting-edge animatronics and hands-on science experiences. From a towering…
Curtin Ignition 2026 to power Australia’s next generation of entrepreneurs
Curtin University is giving up-and-coming innovators, business leaders and founders the chance to put forward their ideas for Curtin Ignition 2026, a fast-paced program designed to help early-stage concepts move towards commercial reality. Now in its 16th year, Curtin Ignition will be held from Saturday August 15 to Friday August 21, 2026, at Curtin University’s Bentley campus, offering participants an…
Giant squid among rare and elusive marine life detected off WA’s coast
A Curtin University-led study has revealed the extraordinary biodiversity hidden in deep underwater canyons off Western Australia’s Nyinggulu (Ningaloo) coast, ranging from species previously undetected in the area, such as the elusive giant squid, to others thought to be new to science. The Western Australian Museum-led expedition on board the Schmidt Ocean Institute’s R/V Falkor surveyed the deep Cape Range…
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Curtin program sees next generation of Aussie startups Accelerate ahead
Some of Australia’s most exciting new startups have received a major boost, with Curtin University’s Accelerate program helping the next…
Fulbright scholar taps plant-based science for next-generation forensic tools
A leading American forensic chemist will collaborate with Curtin University researchers to develop low-cost, rapid detection tools for dangerous and…
Curtin appoints Cisco leader to foster future tech talent
Curtin University has appointed global tech industry leader Carl Solder as Adjunct Professor in a move designed to fast-track innovation…
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Urban Bushland: Jirdarup, restoration and best practice
The Future Of, Ep 150 | 20:40
Just a stone's throw from Curtin is a bushland more biodiverse than Kings Park. Find out how a team of volunteers are not only conserving that bushland, but leading a daring restoration project.
Plastic: circular economy, zero waste and the global plastic crisis
The Future Of, Ep 149 | 35:39
Is plastic pollution a design flaw we can actually fix?
Energy: green tech, critical minerals and net zero
The Future Of, Ep 148 | 40:32
With oil costing more than US$100 a barrel, there’s never been a better time to go green. Meet some of the movers and shakers who are funding and fast-tracking clean energy solutions.
Climate Anxiety: agency, community and action
The Future Of, Ep 147 | 29:38
How can we turn climate anxiety into meaningful action and hope for the future?
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Curtin lights up as thousands enjoy Creatures on Campus wildlife spectacle
Thousands of visitors flocked to Curtin University over the weekend as the campus transformed into a vibrant, after-dark wildlife wonderland,…
Curtin appoints Cisco leader to foster future tech talent
Curtin University has appointed global tech industry leader Carl Solder as Adjunct Professor in a move designed to fast-track innovation…
Curtin’s Open Day postponed due to approaching cyclone
Curtin University has made the difficult decision to postpone its Open Day scheduled for this Sunday due to the approaching…
Curtin celebrates triple success in 2026 Fulbright Scholarships
Curtin University is celebrating the success of three outstanding scholars recognised in the prestigious 2026 Fulbright Scholarship Program, reinforcing the…