Impact far beyond the lab
As a university with an established reputation for innovation, Curtin excels in a diverse range of research areas that aim to make tomorrow better for people all over the world.
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With our renowned research expertise, multidisciplinary networks and specialised facilities, we’re ready to partner with you to explore new ideas, take industry into the future and create positive change.
Commercialisation
The Commercialisation team at Curtin works with researchers, investors and industry partners to take Curtin innovations, assess their commercial potential and find the best ways of bringing them to market.
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We’re looking for investment, collaboration and licensing partners in scalable projects across a range of disciplines.
What’s happening
New research finds deep-sea mining noise pollution will stretch hundreds of miles
New research examines the potential for underwater noise pollution from seabed mining operations, which could affect the understudied species that live in the deep sea.
Four Curtin researchers recognised in 2022 WA Young Tall Poppy Awards
Four Curtin University researchers have been recognised in the Western Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards.
New drilling fluid technology advancing mineral exploration
Researchers at Curtin have developed new technology for the rapid cleaning and re-use of drilling fluids, paving the way toward more efficient and environmentally-friendly mineral exploration.
Search for Nyungar children’s artwork goes global
A search is underway in the United Kingdom for hundreds of missing artworks created by children of the Stolen Generations in the south-west of Western Australia.
Hearing Loss | A. Prof Hani Al-Salami
We have medications to treat most human diseases and impairments, why not hearing loss?
The English Language | OED Consultant A.Prof Lisa Lim
English has cemented its place as the world’s lingua franca, with 2 billion speakers. Will it remain a global language in the future?
Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children | Profs. Jane Valentine and Catherine Elliot
Early intervention is critical to treating neurodevelopmental disorders, like cerebral palsy. But just how early can we diagnose them?
Sustainable Resources | Prof. Michael Hitch
How will our resource use and mining operations change as we move towards a sustainable, decarbonised future?
Faculty research
Our faculties are not only home to teaching and learning, but also outstanding research. Discover more.
Business and Law
The Faculty of Business and Law’s research provides solutions for industry, opportunities for research collaborations and support for research students.
Health Sciences
The Faculty of Health Sciences researchers conduct cross-disciplinary research between schools, industry groups, cooperative research centres, institutes and units. We have areas of research strength in cancer, ageing, autism, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Humanities
The Faculty of Humanities research is increasingly important as the world experiences a shift to digital technology and rapid advances in health and science raise social questions and concerns around ethics, culture and rights.
Science and Engineering
Underpinning the Faculty of Science and Engineering Research are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader local, national and global community.
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