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\"Future<\/div>

Future workforce and society<\/h3><\/div>

Our research is informing business and government, across human rights, housing, economic growth and prosperity nationally and internationally.<\/p><\/div>

  • Explore future workforce and society<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
    \"National<\/div>

    National resilience and security<\/h3><\/div>

    We work closely with industry and government on a broad range of research projects to help ensure Australia’s resilience and security.<\/p><\/div>

    • Explore national resilience and security<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
      \"Healthy<\/div>

      Healthy communities<\/h3><\/div>

      The Curtin enAble Institute is helping people lead independent and healthier lives in their communities and their homes.<\/p><\/div>

      • Explore healthy communities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
        \"Resources\"\n<\/div>

        Resources<\/h3><\/div>

        From exploration and environmental assessment to decommissioning and restoration, Curtin has an exceptional track record of research across the spectrum of resources activities. <\/p><\/div>

        • Explore resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
          \"Space<\/div>

          Space and astronomy<\/h3><\/div>

          We\u2019re engineering and operating some of the world\u2019s most advanced radio astronomy technologies, uncovering the origins of the Solar System and exploring the expanses of space.<\/p><\/div>

          • Explore space and astronomy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
            \"Sustainability\"\n<\/div>

            Sustainability<\/h3><\/div>

            We\u2019re developing new materials, practices and policies that will reduce our planetary footprint, safeguard our supply chains, accelerate the energy transition and improve quality of life for all.<\/p><\/div>

            • Explore sustainability<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/mimas-block>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n
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