Research
Genetic discovery to keep crops disease-free
Curtin University researchers have found a way to breed disease-resistant wheat with no downside, potentially bringing multi-million dollar savings to…
Research shows wallabies lose on the pokies
Biologists have recently discovered that a wallaby’s perception of colour is more similar to a dog than a quokka, sparking…
Curtin scoops half of WA’s AO awards
Curtin University academic staff received half of the Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) awards in Western Australia, with three…
Curtin researchers to hide our splashes from sharks
Curtin University researchers will attempt to “mask” the noise of swimmers from sharks after receiving a grant from the State…
Award-winning Curtin Adjunct Professor scores global recognition
Curtin University Adjunct Professor Ron Ekers has been awarded the international 2014 Grote Reber Medal for his achievements in radio…
Safe havens revealed for biodiversity in a changed climate
Researchers have found a way to project future habitat locations under climate change, identifying potential safe havens for threatened biodiversity.…
Lack of trees a serious health concern for Perth
Curtin University researchers have found the removal of tree canopy as part of urban infill may worsen health problems associated…
Facial features to be used to diagnose pain in dementia sufferers
Undiagnosed pain of dementia sufferers could soon be measured by facial recognition technology, as part of an Electronic Pain Assessment…
Radioactivity muddles the alphabet of DNA
Curtin University researchers have shown natural radioactivity within DNA can alter chemical compounds, providing a new pathway for genetic mutation.…
New genetic screen for Down syndrome to reduce risks of invasive tests
Curtin University researchers have found a new non-invasive test for Down syndrome could increase detection rates and significantly reduce the…