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Food for thought: Plate photos help Australians track what they eat
New research has revealed that taking photos of your food makes it easier to remember what and how much you eat. The Curtin University study found using mobile phones made it simpler to collect accurate dietary data, suggesting that digital methods are important tools to guide health advice and nutrition policy. The study, published in JMIR Human Factors, found that…
Study reveals how many hours of video games per week might be too many
Playing video games for more than 10 hours a week could have a significant impact on young people’s diet, sleep and body weight, according to a new Curtin University-led study published in Nutrition. Researchers surveyed 317 students from five Australian universities with a median age of 20 years old. They split participants into three groups depending on the self-reported amount…
‘Cosmic clock’ reveals Australian landscapes’ history and potential future
Curtin University researchers have demonstrated a new way to uncover the ancient history of Australia’s landscapes, which could offer crucial insights into how our environment responds to geological processes and climate change and even where deposits of valuable minerals may be found. The international team led by Curtin’s Timescales of Mineral Systems Group at the School of Earth and Planetary…
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Global study reveals widespread burning of plastic for heating and cooking
A new Curtin University-led study has shed new light on the widespread number of households in developing countries burning plastic…
Passports ready: New Colombo Plan Scholars to learn and apply skills abroad
Six Curtin University students will jet to countries across the Indo-Pacific next year after being awarded prestigious 2026 New Colombo…
New initiative to better protect the health of Aboriginal Western Australians
A major new Curtin University-led program will work to make a vital contribution to reverse declining vaccination rates among Aboriginal…
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AI in Education: tutors, learning models and integrity
The Future Of, Ep 143 | 37:44
Nearly 80% of Australian students are already using generative AI – but should they be?
Speech: stuttering, genetics and intervention
The Future Of, Ep 142 | 42:19
What causes some people to stutter? It's often believed that trauma or anxiety is the reason, but world-first research has found a genetic link to stuttering, allowing for life-changing early intervention.
Social Media: Australia’s ban, AI and young people online
The Future Of, Ep 141 | 35:42
Australia is banning social media for children 16 and under – but will it actually keep them safe or just spark new problems?
Neuro Tech: Neuralink, brain chips, human augmentation
The Future Of, Ep 140 | 27:25
Inserting microchips into human brains was once the stuff of science fiction but is now reality thanks to companies like Elon Musk’s Neuralink. But what are the pros and cons of having Musk tech inside our heads?
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Passports ready: New Colombo Plan Scholars to learn and apply skills abroad
Six Curtin University students will jet to countries across the Indo-Pacific next year after being awarded prestigious 2026 New Colombo…
Curtin appoints acclaimed industry leader as next Chancellor
Curtin University is delighted to announce the appointment of highly regarded director David Lock as its next Chancellor, commencing April…
Curtin Accelerate to propel WA businesses to new heights in 2026
Curtin University has revealed the next generation of innovators and industry shapers, announcing 13 startups in its 2026 Accelerate program…
Leader in higher education equity joins ACSES Advisory Board
The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) is pleased to welcome equity in higher education expert Dr Nicola…