Media releases
Curtin University awards honorary doctorate to Julia Gillard
Former Prime Minister, the Honourable Julia Gillard AC, has today been awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Curtin University. Ms Gillard,…
Alcohol industry promotes its products as ‘healthier’ to attract consumers
Australian alcohol companies promote their products as ‘pure’, ‘fresh’, ‘natural’ and ‘sugar-free’ to encourage more health conscious Australians to purchase…
Traditional Nyungar tool used in Curtin’s graduation ceremonies
A contemporary ceremonial ‘doak’ – a Nyungar tool used for hunting and digging that is often passed down through generations…
Tiny crystals pave the way for new design of digital devices
Curtin researchers have developed a tiny electrical circuit that may enable an entirely new design of digital devices. The electrical…
Footy fans the new recruits in WA-first project to tackle obesity
More than 100 overweight male AFL fans have committed to getting fit as part of a new WA-first project run…
New Chancellor appointed at Curtin University
Dr Andrew Crane, former CEO of the CBH Group, has been appointed Chancellor of Curtin University, commencing on 1 January…
Curtin research uncovers unique nesting habits of WA resin bee
Curtin University research has found that a native resin bee endemic to Western Australia is unique in using dry Banksia…
Inaugural head of Curtin Mauritius appointed
Curtin University has appointed Professor Lina Pelliccione as the inaugural Pro Vice-Chancellor and President of Curtin Mauritius, starting in January…
Trapdoor spider ‘stunt double’ study reveals summer wasp threat
Curtin researchers using ‘stunt spiders’ found male trapdoor spiders leaving their burrows to mate faced predators such as birds, lizards…
Balanced advice needed to address ‘screen time’ for children, study shows
Parents, health professionals and educators need clear and balanced information to help manage young children’s use of mobile touch-screen devices…