Research
Skills, not just age, affect older drivers’ performance on the road
Testing the motor and cognitive skills of drivers may be a better indicator of risky older drivers than aged-based assessments…
Mental health recovery influenced by workplace values, new research finds
Mental health law centres and advocates who uphold values of connectedness, hope, empowerment and identity can positively influence people with…
Lockheed Martin and Curtin University partnership develops world-class space tracking system
A research and development partnership between Lockheed Martin Space and Curtin University has innovatively harnessed technology previously used to observe…
Curtin researcher one of Australia’s top young science communicators
Curtin University astronomy researcher Dr Natasha Hurley-Walker has added to her impressive list of achievements by being announced as an…
Curtin appoints new Head for School of Public Health
Curtin University has appointed leading epidemiologist Professor Rosa Alati as the new Head of the School of Public Health. Following…
New hub aims to improve employability of neurodiverse students
— Curtin University and DXC Technology establish Neurodiversity Hub in Perth — A Neurodiversity Hub that will focus on promoting…
Case study measures impact of new Formula One head ‘halo’ system
The head protection ‘halo’ system mandated in Formula One racing may affect the drivers’ head position and motion, potentially compromising…
Curtin rises in global young university rankings
Curtin University has continued to hold its strong position as one of the world’s best universities aged 50 years and…
Curtin University Professor named Western Australian of the Year
Curtin University has congratulated Professor Mike Daube on being named the 2018 Western Australian of the Year. Professor Daube, a…
Body weight bias weighs on minds of fitness instructors, study shows
Fitness instructors were more motivated to train a new client with a normal weight than an overweight client, new research…