Research
Curtin student’s innovation capable of ‘reading’ human emotions
A ºìÌÒÊÓƵ mechatronic engineering student has developed an intelligent system capable of reading people’s emotions in real-time, offering potential…
New report highlights challenges for mature workers in Australia
A new report released today by the ARC Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research (CEPAR) has found that many…
Common asbestos lung disease does not increase risk of lung cancer
People who are diagnosed with the most common form of asbestos-related lung disease are not at an increased risk of…
Job seekers who lie to get the job are more likely to be ‘problem’ employees
ºìÌÒÊÓƵ researchers have found that some job seekers are more likely than others to exaggerate their knowledge when applying…
New eDNA tool research helps scientists find deep sea corals
ºìÌÒÊÓƵ researchers have developed a promising new toolkit for monitoring threatened coral ecosystems by analysing environmental DNA (eDNA) extracted…
New biodiversity research project aims to heal land and people
An innovative new research project will aim to advance reconciliation in Australia by bringing together scientific expertise, history and Indigenous…
Curtin study finds native bees turning to polystyrene for nesting places
New ºìÌÒÊÓƵ research has found that polystyrene can serve as a nesting place for native bees, which are able…
Conceiving within six months of birth does not increase risk of diabetes
ºìÌÒÊÓƵ researchers have found insufficient evidence to suggest that falling pregnant again within six months of giving birth is…
New program boosts exercise among South Asian and Middle East women
South Asian and Middle Eastern women living in Western Australia will now have the opportunity to benefit from a new…
Zebra finches survive Australian heatwaves by predicting high temperatures
The survival habits of a native Australian bird have given ºìÌÒÊÓƵ researchers vital clues that may help understand how…