New rankings system shows flaws in university league tables
A new university rankings system as demonstrated the inherent flaws in league tables that rank universities in simple numerical order.
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Curtin research finds clues to mine site restoration effectiveness in soil
Research has found that soil microbes can be used to improve the often expensive and time-consuming process of assessing the effectiveness of ecological restoration projects at abandoned mine…
Moon’s magnetic crust research sees scientists debunk long-held theory
New international research into the Moon provides scientists with insights as to how and why its crust is magnetised, essentially ‘debunking’ one of the previous longstanding theories.
‘Dust’ and ‘soot’ contributed to extinction of species millions of years ago
New collaborative research involving Curtin University has found that organic materials released from an asteroid impact more than 66 million years ago played an important role in ‘impact…
International researchers awarded Forrest Fellowships to join Curtin
Two international postdoctoral researchers have been awarded prestigious Forrest Research Foundation Fellowships to study at Curtin University next year.
Leading Curtin astronomer named joint Scientist of the Year 2020
Curtin University has congratulated John Curtin Distinguished Professor Steven Tingay on being named joint Scientist of the Year at the 2020 Western Australian Premier’s Science Awards.
Study finds financial services and payments boost needed to beat poverty
A new research study has pointed to a need for ongoing increases to Centrelink payments and additional support for non-profit financial support services.
Report finds AI and Blockchain could transform Australia’s transport sector
Curtin University-led research has found that applications of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technology are set to revolutionise the transport sector in the coming decade.
“Save me Seymour!”
New international research led by Curtin University has found approximately a quarter of carnivorous plant species across the world may be at risk of extinction.
Curtin researchers recognised at WA Young Tall Poppy Science Awards
Four Curtin University researchers have been recognised at last night’s 2020 Western Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards, acknowledging their exceptional research and passionate…