Media releases
Children who miss preschool more likely to start school behind, major Curtin study finds
Children who attend preschool before starting school are significantly more likely to arrive ready to learn, according to a major…
Ancient shipwreck cargo reveals surprising global trade secrets of the 1600s
Using cargo recovered from one of Australia’s most infamous shipwrecks, new Curtin University-led research has revealed how surprisingly sophisticated global…
DeepStart offers launching pad for the next generation of innovators
Twelve promising new technology ventures tackling challenges among mining, agriculture and critical minerals will be supported to turn breakthrough research…
Rocks from unexplored far side of the moon help rewrite lunar history
Ancient samples from the Moon’s far side are helping scientists uncover how asteroid impacts shaped the early Solar System. The…
New teaching method could help Aboriginal languages survive and thrive
Curtin University-led research has unveiled a new teaching approach which could help incorporate Aboriginal languages into Australian classrooms to teach…
Childhood cancer researcher named Researcher of the Year
A leading WA cancer researcher has been named the Cure Cancer 2026 Researcher of the Year for his groundbreaking work…
Muscles matter for diabetes risk, new study finds
A major new international study led by Curtin University has found diabetes risk is about more than just body weight…
Curtin partners with Octave to train next generation of digital builders
Cutting-edge digital tools used on major infrastructure and construction projects will soon be in the hands of WA students, with…
New report shows how universities can put student equity research into practice
University students are set to benefit from a new Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) publication bringing together…
WA’s homegrown space program continues to reach for the stars
Western Australia’s homegrown spacecraft program will be expanded to deliver satellite missions that support school, industry and research engagement thanks…