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Curtin University and Optus accelerate innovation with opening of Western Australia’s first 5G lab
The future became a reality during the launch of Western Australia’s first industry-university 5G lab, with Curtin University and Optus…
Mouse studies find sugar-free energy drinks just as harmful
Two Curtin research studies have found the excessive consumption of energy drinks, even sugar-free varieties, can cause significant damage to…
Leading mycology Professor joins Curtin Medical School
Curtin University has welcomed world renowned mycologist, Professor Wieland Meyer as the new Associate Dean of the Curtin Medical School.…
Study finds pretty plants hog research and conservation limelight
New Curtin University research has found a ‘beauty bias’ may be holding science back. The study revealed a tendency among…
World-leading Professor appointed first Curtin enAble Institute Director
World-leading researcher and scientist Professor Bronwyn Myers has been appointed the foundation Director of Curtin’s enAble Institute, a new research…
Study of marine noise highlights need to protect pristine Australian waters
New Curtin research has found urgent action is needed to ensure human-generated underwater noise in Australian waters does not escalate…
New Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne begins at Curtin
Professor Harlene Hayne has taken up her new role as Vice-Chancellor of Curtin University and is looking forward to helping…
Radar satellites can better protect against bushfires and floods
New research led by Curtin University has revealed how radar satellites can improve the ability to detect, monitor, prepare for…
Outback radio telescope discovers dense, spinning, dead star
Astronomers have discovered a pulsar—a dense and rapidly spinning neutron star sending radio waves into the cosmos—using a low-frequency radio…
New research finds slumped posture not such a pain in the neck after all
Curtin University research in partnership with the Raine Study has cast doubt on the popular belief that having a slumped…