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Curtin research and engagement stars recognised
Curtin University has announced the winners of the 2023 Research and Engagement Awards. The awards, held on November 28, acknowledge research excellence and outstanding media engagement across different career stages and disciplines. Curtin’s Researcher of the Year was awarded to John Curtin Distinguished Professor Sharon Parker in recognition of her outstanding leadership and research in her role as Director of…
Unique research uses chemistry to fight terrorism
A Perth based explosives chemist has received national recognition and financial support for his work in determining the origins of homemade bombs. The Australian Government’s prestigious National PhD Program sees the Department of Education support PhD candidates to undertake industry-focused projects and will fund forensic chemist Robert Dunsmore’s Curtin University PhD research, to be conducted at ChemCentre in Western Australia.…
Humanities honour for Curtin author elected inaugural Indigenous Fellow
A luminary of Australian literature, John Curtin Distinguished Professor Kim Scott has been announced as a 2024 Fellow in the Australian Academy of the Humanities. The acclaimed author is one of five inaugural Fellows elected to its new Indigenous Studies section, which is the academy’s first new section in more than twenty-five years and aims to recognise and foster Indigenous-led…
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Overhead vs underground: Rewiring Australia for renewable energy goals
A new report by Curtin University and The University of Queensland has provided insights into the trade-offs between overhead and…
Gamechanger health hub officially opens in the Goldfields
Curtin University’s new Goldfields health hub designed to support students to live, study and work in regional Western Australia and…
Exploring the miniscule wins global award for Curtin researcher
Investigating how the very small can have a very big impact on the planet has seen Curtin University research fellow…
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Energy Transition | Prof Petra Tschakert & Prof Peta Ashworth
The Future Of, Ep 119 | 52:7
While the scientific efforts to move to a greener world ramp up, what are the potential benefits of a more human-centred approach to the energy transition?
Mountain Biking | Paul Braybrook & Rod Annear
The Future Of, Ep 118 | 40:28
Riding a wave of renewed popularity, how is mountain biking shaping up as a sport and family adventure?
Echidnas | Dr Christine Cooper
The Future Of, Ep 117 | 26:36
As one of the world’s rarest mammals, the iconic echidna has developed surprising ways to adapt to a warming climate.
Cryo-Conservation | Prof Ricardo Mancera and Dr Bryn Funnekotter
The Future Of, Ep 116 | 37:14
Why are experts turning to cryo-preservation to combat plant extinction threats? Find out in this episode of The Future Of.
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Curtin celebrates Australia Africa Week 2023
Curtin University has further strengthened its ties with African communities, celebrating Australia Africa Week in Perth by hosting and participating…
Curtin’s Exchange precinct wins prestigious urban design award
Curtin University’s Exchange precinct secured the prestigious Masterplanned Communities award at the 2023 Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) WA…
Curtin is WA’s number one for undergraduate employment
Curtin University has cemented its place as Western Australia’s top public university for undergraduate employment, according to the latest Good…
Adventures in health, mining and more at Curtin Kalgoorlie Career Open Day
This year’s Curtin Kalgoorlie Career Open Day will showcase more courses and career choices than ever, including mining, engineering, commerce,…