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Native habitats hold the key to the much-loved smashed avocado’s future
The future of smashed avocado might depend on patches of native vegetation preserved alongside farmland, as new Curtin research reveals the hidden role of these habitats in supporting the insects that keep crops – and brunch menus – thriving. The research, published this week, found that insect communities in avocado orchards adjacent to native remnant vegetation foraged on more than…
John Curtin Gallery’s latest photography exhibitions explore culture through a unique lens
John Curtin Gallery will play host to two major photography exhibitions that explore the expressive epoch of influential photographers James Tylor and Nan Goldin. From July 4 – September 14, the John Curtin Gallery will present James Tylor’s Turrangka…in the shadows as well as National Gallery touring exhibition Nan Goldin: The ballad of sexual dependency. Each of these renowned artists…
Countdown: WA students’ school projects to be launched into orbit
More than 60 Western Australian high school students will soon see their handiwork launched into orbit, after handing in a science project like no other as part of Curtin University’s BinarX program. Delivered through Curtin’s Space Science and Technology Centre (SSTC) from the School of Earth and Planetary Sciences, BinarX’s in-school payload development program gives students the chance to design…
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Curtin FM hits all the right notes with fundraiser success
Curtin FM’s loyal listeners have once again dug deep to support Western Australia’s most popular community radio station, raising an…
Curtin Global Voices Scholar heads abroad to shape international policy
A Curtin University student is one of six young Australians selected to represent the nation at an international summit in…
One size doesn’t fit all: A wake-up call on student equity support
A landmark national trial has revealed a surprising truth — not all students at risk of dropping out of university…
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Planetary Defence | Assoc Prof Nick Timms & Prof William Rickard
The Future Of, Ep 136 | 26:38
Picture this: there’s an asteroid on a collision course with Earth. What exactly would we do – and who’s working behind the scenes to keep us safe?
Personal Data Privacy Online | Dr Adam Andreotta
The Future Of, Ep 135 | 39:39
Data is the currency of the digital age, and most of us give ours away without realising. Discover how big data is reshaping our privacy online and what this means for our ultra-connected future.
Screen Time and Child Development | Dr Amber Beynon
The Future Of, Ep 134 | 20:0
Screens and digital technology are ubiquitous in the lives of children and parents – but what does this mean for child development?
eDNA | A. Prof Paul Nevill and Joshua Kestel
The Future Of, Ep 133 | 28:12
Insects pollinate 75% of all agricultural crops, yet many face extinction. Discover how a ‘Star Trek’ level tech called eDNA can help monitor vital insect pollinators and support global food security.
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John Curtin Gallery’s latest photography exhibitions explore culture through a unique lens
John Curtin Gallery will play host to two major photography exhibitions that explore the expressive epoch of influential photographers James…
Curtin FM hits all the right notes with fundraiser success
Curtin FM’s loyal listeners have once again dug deep to support Western Australia’s most popular community radio station, raising an…
Curtin Global Voices Scholar heads abroad to shape international policy
A Curtin University student is one of six young Australians selected to represent the nation at an international summit in…
Curtin reappoints Vice-Chancellor to continue bold vision for the future
Curtin University’s Council has announced that its Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne CNZM, will continue to lead the University through to…