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Stress levels sky high for families of neurodiverse kids
New Curtin University-led research has found caregivers of neurodivergent children are more likely to experience clinically significant levels of stress, poor mental health, financial hardship, and negative relationships. The research, published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, explored the health and wellbeing of caregivers of children living with neurological conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit/ hyperactive…
Smart way to find water leaks and procurement app are set to Accelerate
A platform that aims to revolutionise the construction marketplace by more efficiently connecting clients with the right suppliers and a device that instantly detects household water leaks are just two of the innovative projects being supported through Curtin’s newly redesigned Accelerate program, which is now underway. The program is an opportunity for Curtin University alumni, students, and staff to transform…
Cultural tourism, international marketing and housing affordability key to revival of WA tourism sector
Released today by the Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre and the Tourism Research Cluster at Curtin University, the ‘Go Your Own WA: Recovery and regeneration for the tourism industry in Western Australia’ report has found Western Australia’s tourism industry continues to bounce back from a pandemic-induced slump, but still faces challenges such as realising the potential of cultural tourism, re-engagement with…
Curtin student set to champion regional women on the world stage
Curtin University student Rachel Jupp has been selected as one of Australia’s five new Global Voices Scholars and will use her award to advocate for boosting the business and entrepreneurial pursuits of regional women in Western Australia. The Law and International Relations student and Innaloo local will join the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York this…
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Ancient eggshell fragments ‘crack’ giant bird’s life secrets
A team of researchers have used DNA from ancient eggshell fragments to provide a rare glimpse into the evolution of…
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…
New page turns on Curtin’s contemporary library
Curtin University’s iconic library has reopened following a complete building transformation to recreate it as a hub of digital innovation…
Leaders in their fields among Curtin’s new Honorary Doctorates
Curtin University has presented a respected university leader, highly regarded academic and esteemed entrepreneur with Honorary Doctorates. University of Queensland’s…
Curtin student set to champion regional women on the world stage
Curtin University student Rachel Jupp has been selected as one of Australia’s five new Global Voices Scholars and will use…
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![Curtin researchers are trialling a medication that could help preserve cognitive function in people with Alzheimer’s.
In this episode, Sarah Taillier is joined by Professor John Mamo and Dr Virginie Lam from the Curtin Health and Innovation Research Institute. They discuss how they’re trialling an existing drug that could be a game changer for people with Alzheimer’s by preventing the build-up of a protein called amyloid beta in the brain. They also explore some of the lifestyle factors that are likely to cause the disease.
Amyloid beta and its link with Alzheimer’s [0:26]
How the drug probucol works [5:47]
Why is Alzheimer’s on the rise? [08:31]
Current treatment options for Alzheimer’s [10:13]
The problem with the drug Lacanemab [11:25]
Simple lifestyle changes to help prevent Alzheimer’s [20:33]
Should we do genetic testing for Alzheimer’s? [27:00]
Listening to our bodies is key to good health [32:48]
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Alzheimer's | Prof John Mamo & Dr Virginie Lam
The Future Of, Ep 103 | 38:36
Curtin researchers are trialling a medication that could help preserve the cognitive function of people with Alzheimer’s.
Grief | Prof Lauren Breen and Shelly Skinner
The Future Of, Ep 102 | 35:26
Why are grief and dying such taboo topics in many societies, particularly if they involve children? And what is ‘grief literacy’?
Twitter | Prof Tama Leaver
The Future Of, Ep 101 | 23:23
Will Twitter ever be the same since Elon Musk’s takeover? And what impact will his changes have on users, free speech and (dis)information?
Research | Prof Chris Moran & Prof Fran Ackermann
The Future Of, Ep 100 | 36:44
Universities have been the main sites of knowledge discovery since the Late Middle Ages. Six hundred years on, will the role of the university as society’s primary source of new knowledge be eroded by government and industry agendas?
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Gallery shines a light on truth-telling and protest
Tucked down at the southern end of campus, is one of the University’s unexpected gems: the John Curtin Gallery. The…
Leaders in their fields among Curtin’s new Honorary Doctorates
Curtin University has presented a respected university leader, highly regarded academic and esteemed entrepreneur with Honorary Doctorates. University of Queensland’s…
New page turns on Curtin’s contemporary library
Curtin University’s iconic library has reopened following a complete building transformation to recreate it as a hub of digital innovation…
Study an MBA without an undergrad degree and keep your day job
You can be a born leader with all the business experience in the world, but if the only qualification you…