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New trial examines common household pill to reduce liver cancer risk
A daily dose of aspirin will be prescribed to people living with chronic liver disease in a bid to lower their chances of developing a common and deadly form of liver cancer as part of a new Curtin-led clinical trial. The five-year clinical trial, led by Professor John Olynyk from the Curtin Medical School, has been awarded more than $5…
Glass beads offer a window into the Moon’s hidden depths
An international study featuring scientists from Curtin University’s School of Earth and Planetary Sciences and Space Science and Technology Centre offers new insights into the Moon’s history and provide a better understanding of what lies beneath its cratered surface. Researchers from Curtin University, Nanjing University and The Australian National University analysed tiny, green glass beads collected by Chang’e-5 — the…
Curtin reappoints Vice-Chancellor to continue bold vision for the future
Curtin University’s Council has announced that its Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne CNZM, will continue to lead the University through to 2031. Curtin’s Chancellor, Dr Vanessa Guthrie AO, said Professor Hayne’s reappointment for a further five years comes as Curtin continues to deliver strongly against its 2030 Strategic Plan even through challenging times. “Under Professor Hayne’s exceptional values-led leadership, Curtin has…
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From Mars to music: Thousands gather for the galactic Cosmos on Campus
Thousands of space enthusiasts flocked to Curtin University this weekend, to be taken out of this world at the Cosmos…
Lava flow jigsaw puzzle reveals the secrets of shifting continents
Analysing lava flows that solidified and then broke apart over a massive crack in the Earth’s crust in Turkey has…
Curtin Ignition marks 15 years of launching the next wave of entrepreneurs
Curtin University is encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators and early-stage business founders to apply for the 2025 Curtin Ignition program –…
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Curtin reappoints Vice-Chancellor to continue bold vision for the future
Curtin University’s Council has announced that its Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne CNZM, will continue to lead the University through to…
Thousands head to WA’s preferred university for O-Week
Thousands of students from across Western Australia and around the world will begin their higher education journey at Curtin’s Perth…
Trailblazing trio awarded prestigious Honorary Doctorates
Curtin University has acknowledged a trio of respected leaders for their exceptional service in their fields, by presenting them with…
Curtin students use their Global Voices to tackle important issues abroad
Driven to make a positive difference, two Curtin University students will travel overseas to help tackle major issues, after winning…