Media releases
New rankings place 23 Curtin subjects in Australia’s top 10
Curtin University has featured in 35 of the 54 subjects ranked in the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020, and…
New Curtin research uncovers the two ‘faces’ of the Earth
New Curtin University-led research has uncovered how rocks sourced from the Earth’s mantle are linked to the formation and breakup…
Curtin project awarded funding to test new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
A Curtin University-led research project has been awarded $1.72 million in Federal Government funding to trial a new treatment for…
Study finds oldest children in school-grade outperform youngest in NAPLAN
A new Curtin University study has found a child’s birthday can affect their NAPLAN results, with the oldest children in…
Curtin’s global young university rankings on the rise again
Curtin University has been ranked 17th in the world in the QS Top 50 under 50 for 2021, jumping four…
Shy species detected through new DNA technique
New species-specific tests that can detect endangered and hard-to-find aquatic animals through the DNA they shed in the water has…
Bremer Sub-Basin a killer whale feeding range
Local wildlife tourism industry helps researchers study species behaviour. Researchers have uncovered more information about the numbers and habits of…
Curtin FM raises record amount during its annual Radiothon
The local community has generously donated $173,000 to community radio station Curtin FM during its annual Radiothon – the highest…
Curtin embarks on research project to recreate shipwrecks in 3D
Curtin University researchers are at the helm of a major project that will allow important underwater cultural heritage sites, such…
Curtin research into 3D printing of skin awarded medical funding
Curtin University researchers have been awarded $737,689 in funding to develop a safe, effective and affordable treatment for severe and…