Health
Research partnership to tackle obesity epidemic with medicinal cannabis
Curtin University and Perth-based company, Little Green Pharma Ltd (LGP), have joined forces to explore the use of medicinal cannabis…
Curtin research to focus on pancreatic cancer ‘bubbles’ in blood
Curtin University researchers will investigate the make-up of cancer-carrying ‘bubbles’ with the ultimate aim of detecting pancreatic cancer in its…
New study highlights major deficiencies in lung cancer care in Australia
Curtin-led research has exposed serious flaws in the services and infrastructure available in Australia for the treatment of lung cancer,…
Curtin study finds mobile devices a lifeline for families during lockdowns
New Curtin research has revealed a positive aspect to the COVID pandemic, with families found to benefit from the extra…
Pandemic increases loneliness among Australians with adverse health outcomes costing up to $2.7 billion per year
Released today by the Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre, the ‘Stronger Together: Loneliness and social connectedness in Australia’ report has revealed…
Curtin back pain expert wins award for contribution to physiotherapy
A Curtin researcher committed to helping people living with musculoskeletal pain has won the 2021 Aspire Award for expertise in…
Curtin study highlights increased use of CT scans in WA emergency departments
New Curtin research has revealed a marked increase in use of CT scans for injured patients in the emergency departments…
Talented Curtin trio win WA Young Tall Poppy Science Awards
Three Curtin University researchers have been recognised in the Western Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards, for their research achievements…
How Curtin is using big data to improve health care
From chronic disease to global pandemics, the application of big data in health care promises faster and more accurate provisions…
Curtin students named among best and brightest at Premier’s awards
Two outstanding Curtin University students and a leading science outreach program for children have been crowned winners at the 2021…