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Young Australians demand action on mental health, cost of living and education reform: report
A new report by the Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre has revealed that young Australians are feeling the squeeze from financial pressures, worsening mental health and declining trust in political institutions, with concerns about the cost of living now topping their list of priorities. Released today, the ‘Youth in Focus: Navigating wellbeing in a changing world’ report draws on insights from…
Curtin and Chevron unveil world-class corrosion facility
Curtin University and Chevron Australia have officially opened the doors to an Australian-first research facility that promises to transform how the oil and gas industry tackles corrosion. The $4 million Extreme Service Flow Loop facility, based at the Curtin Corrosion Centre in Perth, is now complete, with simulation testing underway as part of the final validation process. The state-of-the-art facility…
Curtin names GreenTech Hub Director to accelerate WA’s green transition
Curtin University has announced Jason McFarlane as the new Western Australian GreenTech Hub Director, which will see him take a leading role in the State’s journey towards a more sustainable future. A key component of the WA Government’s $40 million partnership with the Chevron-operated Gorgon Joint Venture, the GreenTech Hub aims to fund and fast-track green technologies to address climate…
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World’s oldest impact crater found, rewriting Earth’s ancient history
Curtin University researchers have discovered the world’s oldest known meteorite impact crater, which could significantly redefine our understanding of the…
Maternal cannabis use triples risk of disruptive behaviour in children
Children exposed to their mother’s cannabis use during pregnancy and after birth are three times more likely to develop behavioural…
Quantum dot discovery for LEDs brings brighter, more eco-friendly displays
New research by Curtin University has achieved a breakthrough in eco-friendly display technology, creating highly efficient and stable blue quantum…
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