Technology
Astronomers detect biggest explosion in the history of the Universe
Scientists studying a distant galaxy cluster have discovered the biggest explosion seen in the Universe since the Big Bang. The…
New research sheds light on the unique ‘call’ of Ross Sea killer whales
New Curtin University-led research has found that the smallest type of killer whale has 28 different complex calls, comprising a…
Curtin researchers track lizard to assess mine site restoration effectiveness
Curtin University scientists have attached a tracking device to the back of a perentie, Australia’s largest goanna species, in order…
New research unlocks deep secret of continent formation and structure
Researchers at Curtin University have found a way to understand the largely unknown processes behind the formation and structure of…
Curtin student’s innovation capable of ‘reading’ human emotions
A Curtin University mechatronic engineering student has developed an intelligent system capable of reading people’s emotions in real-time, offering potential…
New eDNA tool research helps scientists find deep sea corals
Curtin University researchers have developed a promising new toolkit for monitoring threatened coral ecosystems by analysing environmental DNA (eDNA) extracted…
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…
Curtin study finds native bees turning to polystyrene for nesting places
New Curtin University research has found that polystyrene can serve as a nesting place for native bees, which are able…
Telescopes and satellites combine to map entire planet’s ground movement
Curtin University research has revealed how pairing satellite images with an existing global network of radio telescopes can be used…
Curtin study finds Australian beach sand originated in Antarctica
Curtin University researchers have discovered evidence in southern Australian beach sand of material that originated from the sub ice rock…