Environment
Ore-some: New date for Earth’s largest iron deposits offers clues for future exploration
Research led by Curtin University reveals that Earth’s largest iron ore deposits – in the Hamersley Province of Western Australia…
Toad-ally awesome project to halt cane toad invasion of the Pilbara
A ‘toad-break’ area devoid of water needed by cane toads to survive will be used to prevent the invasive species…
Sustainability Challenge showcases solutions for a brighter future
From urban greening to reducing food waste, Curtin University students have joined forces with industry to develop creative solutions to…
No bones about it: 100-million-year-old bones reveal new species of pterosaur
New Curtin University-led research has identified 100-million-year-old fossilised bones discovered in western Queensland as belonging to a newly identified species…
Curtin University set to lead WA’s new GreenTech Hub
Curtin University has been named the operator of Western Australia’s new multi-million dollar GreenTech Hub, an initiative designed to accelerate…
Fresh findings: earliest evidence of life-bringing fresh water on Earth
New Curtin-led research has found evidence that fresh water on Earth, which is essential for life, appeared about four billion…
Breakthrough in fight against chemically resistant dieback
Having previously confirmed dieback is resistant to chemical control on crops such as avocados, stone fruits and pines, Curtin University…
Curtin hosts international symposium to address urban warming
Leading climate researchers and policymakers from across Southeast Asia will come together for an international symposium at Curtin University this…
No bull: How creating less-gassy cows could help fight climate change
A Curtin University study has revealed breeding less-flatulent cows and restoring agricultural land could significantly reduce rising methane emission levels,…
Climate change will see Australia’s soil emit CO2 and add to global warming
New Curtin University research has shown the warming climate will turn Australia’s soil into a net emitter of carbon dioxide…