Environment
Sustainable fashion: Curtin grads team up for ‘Fibre Economy’ workwear
In Perth, three young women have established a non-profit enterprise to help promote the role of clothing in the ‘the…
Curtin study finds force of habit key to environmentally friendly cup reuse
With many cafes happy to again accept reusable cups as they adapt to the pandemic, Curtin researchers have developed a…
Report finds AI and Blockchain could transform Australia’s transport sector
Curtin University-led research has found that applications of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technology are set to revolutionise the transport sector…
Curtin research to guide supply and use of native seeds for global restoration
Curtin academics have led the production of a world-first standards document to guide the supply and use of native seeds…
Study finds Perth’s urban reptiles are accumulating toxic levels of rat poison
Curtin University-led research has found that common reptile species in Perth are accumulating rat poisons at an alarming rate, posing…
Curtin research finds first African carder bees to reach Western Australia
Curtin research has recorded the first known appearance of Pseudoanthidium (Immanthidium) repetitum, the African carder bee, in Western Australia and…
O Christmas Tree: DNA shows WA’s largest parasitic plant adapts to climate
A closer look at DNA from south-western Australia’s native Nuytsia floribunda, known as the WA Christmas Tree, has found that…
New biodiversity research project aims to heal land and people
An innovative new research project will aim to advance reconciliation in Australia by bringing together scientific expertise, history and Indigenous…
Eminent Curtin botanist recognised at 2019 Australian Native Plant Awards
Curtin University has congratulated respected restoration biologist John Curtin Distinguished Professor Kingsley Dixon on being honoured at the 2019 Australian…
Central Kimberley reef communities survive global coral bleaching
Remote reef communities in the central inshore Kimberley survived the 2016 global bleaching event, giving hope to Western Australian marine…