The annual Research Rumble is back this month with a week-long display of the most innovative and impactful research being developed at Curtin University to help tackle some of the world\u2019s greatest problems and challenges.<\/p>\n
Between 19 April and 23 April, people can immerse themselves in a range of free research events covering topics such as Virtual Reality (VR), the impact of our digital media age, our Indigenous history as viewed from a unique perspective and what is being done to save our endangered animal species.<\/p>\n
Curtin University Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research, Professor Chris Moran said Research Rumble aims to make Curtin\u2019s research accessible to the world and to inspire future generations.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s great to showcase what we are doing, to allow participants to learn from key researchers and engage by discussing ideas and asking challenging questions,\u201d Professor Moran said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis year\u2019s Research Rumble has a focus on digital technology, so events are relatable, especially to a younger audience.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe believe that through education and showcasing the expertise and personalities of our researchers, we can encourage \u2018thinking with researchers\u2019 as a way to solve problems in an ever-changing world.\u201d<\/p>\n
One of Research Rumble\u2019s many online events, \u2018Promises and pitfalls of the influencer industry\u2019 will explore how young people are vocationally pursuing celebrity on the internet by becoming commercial, cross-platform, and highly relatable influencers.<\/p>\n
Another project being showcased uses the internet to deliver world-wide mental health programs, with the \u2018Talk to Me\u2019 program having been found to improve mental health in young adults.\u00a0To date, the course has reached over 40,000 registrants.<\/p>\n
Visitors to Research Rumble can also learn about cutting-edge molecular simulation methods being used to freeze and conserve the world\u2019s increasing number of endangered animal species.<\/p>\n
Sessions are online and in person at venues across Perth, including the newly opened WA Museum Boorla Bardip as well as Curtin St Georges Terrace<\/a>, Perth Children\u2019s Hospital and the Legacy Living Lab<\/a> in Fremantle.<\/p>\n