Health
Curtin ranked among world’s top 300 in latest global university rankings
Curtin University has jumped into the world’s top 300 universities, according to the CWTS Leiden Ranking 2019 released overnight. Curtin…
New report finds alcohol advertising is impossible to escape for Aussie kids
The regulation of alcohol marketing is so weak in Australia that alcohol advertisements are being seen on school buses, across…
Deafening sounds and blinding lights: navigating public transport on the autism spectrum
Imagine being trapped in an unfamiliar space with lots of loud noises. The lights are so bright you can barely…
New study aims to improve the lives of children living in out-of-home care
A new Curtin University-led research project aims to improve the outcomes of young people transitioning from out-of-home care to independent…
New Curtin trial aims to help WA kids form healthy eating habits
Western Australian parents who are keen to encourage their children to eat healthier food will be given the opportunity to…
New Curtin trial shows increased physical activity in retirement villages
A new Curtin University trial has helped older Australians living in retirement villages increase their levels of walking and minimise…
Curtin establishes new Dementia Centre of Excellence
Curtin University will establish a new research centre focused on improving the lives of people living with and at risk…
Perth hosts forum to inspire the next generation of female researchers
Hundreds of budding female scientists from secondary schools across Western Australia will be given a glimpse into their future careers…
New global benchmarks confirm Curtin’s world-class research
Curtin University has achieved ratings at or above the world standard in 95 per cent of the research fields assessed,…
3D technology finds tiny medical clues in children’s faces
Curtin University researchers are leading an innovative project that uses spatial technologies such as 3D mapping to analyse subtle facial…