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Oh buoy! Curtin and NASA unlock ocean secrets from space
Curtin University has joined forces with NASA, University of Miami, San José State University and the National Institute of Standards and Technology on a new-generation satellite mission to study the colour of the ocean from space, providing vital information about ocean health and its role in climate regulation. Researchers recently deployed a 15-metre-tall buoy off the coast of Perth, Western…
Innovators tackle WA healthcare’s greatest challenges at 2024 Hackathon
An ingenious new approach to reducing Emergency Department waiting times was the main winner of the WA Health Hackathon 2024, which saw participants devise solutions to some of the challenges facing the state’s healthcare system. Hosted by the Curtin University-based WA Data Science Innovation Hub (WADSIH), the Hackathon saw technologists, software developers and other participants develop and pitch their exciting…
Sport stars crowned at 2024 Curtin awards
Australian Olympic Hockey players Renee Taylor and Blake Govers have been crowned Sport Stars of the Year at the 2024 Curtin Sport Awards. Renee Taylor, who is studying a double degree in Law and Commerce at Curtin, made her debut for the Hockeyroos in 2015. A two-time Olympian, Renee recently announced her retirement after playing her final games at the…
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Marri trees a lifeline for many native bee species in biodiversity hotspot
New Curtin-led research has revealed Marri trees are critical to the survival of more than 80 species of native bee…
‘Drowning continent’: Study confirms Perth coastline’s complex history
A new Curtin University study investigating the complex evolution of two iconic Western Australian landmarks, has traced their transformation over…
Renowned Australian artists celebrated with three remarkable exhibitions
Visitors to John Curtin Gallery can immerse themselves in the works of globally renowned Australian artists over the coming months,…
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Podcast - The Future Of
Stonehenge | Anthony Clarke & Prof Chris Kirkland
The Future Of, Ep 129 | 31:34
A new discovery brings us closer to understanding one of the world's greatest mysteries ... or does it? Find out on this episode of #TheFutureOf.
RapidGraphite | Dr Jason Fogg
The Future Of, Ep 128 | 22:0
To unlock a more sustainable future, graphite is key. The issue: there’s a $14 billion shortage of the crucial resource on the horizon.
Sustainable Architecture | Zaid Osama
The Future Of, Ep 127 | 34:58
The world's tallest timber building, digital twinning and biophilic design. Discover how sustainable architecture is revolutionising the places we live and work in.
Gut Health | Dr Hani Al Salami & Dr Armin Mooranian
The Future Of, Ep 126 | 30:6
Imagine we could harness the power of good gut bacteria from healthy people to fight off stubborn gut infections in others. That's exactly what we're exploring today with a game-changing, and rather icky approach to gut health: faecal transplant capsules.