Research
Curtin honours its distinguished academics
Curtin University has recognised the distinguished service of two of its professors by awarding them the highest honour the University…
Single parents hit hard by energy costs, a quarter in energy poverty
Families who earn the least are spending more of their household expenditure on energy than the average household, a new…
Research shows positive or negative attitude impacts illness recovery
The positive or negative thoughts that people living with chronic illnesses such as cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease have about…
Risks and rewards of innovation the centre of the debate
Business leaders will be challenged to argue how an organisation might build and capitalise on a culture of innovation as…
Young alumni stories: Physiotherapist en pointe with ballerinas’ careers
Dance has always been in Danica Hendry’s blood. The physiotherapist and professional ballerina studied at the Western Australian Academy of…
Deep freeze may save plants from global warming
The planet’s temperature is rising and the environmental impacts are complex and catastrophic. 2016 was the hottest year on record…
Australians deficient in sunshine vitamin
Australia is renowned for its sunny climate and outdoorsy, beach-loving lifestyle, however its population is – paradoxically – deficient in vitamin…
Crop Research Hub to drive efficiencies in WA
A major grain research infrastructure project in Perth will help boost crop productivity and reduce the impact of disease, while…
New breed of capsules create potential for artificial organs and diabetes cure
New Curtin University-led research has uncovered a significant advancement in developing better quality nanocapsules – or tiny houses for growing…
Four finalists from Curtin announced in Premier’s Science Awards
Four Curtin University researchers and a website documenting the travels of geologists, have been shortlisted in the 2017 Premier’s Science…