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Study discovers unique new insect-killing tobacco plant in WA’s Gascoyne

Curtin University researchers have identified seven new species of wild tobacco growing in Western Australia and the Northern Territory, including the first of this plant type found to kill insects.

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Study discovers unique new insect-killing tobacco plant in WA’s Gascoyne
Invisible barrier breakthrough a boon for electronics, artwork and more

Tuesday 10 Aug 2021By Lucien Wilkinson

Invisible barrier breakthrough a boon for electronics, artwork and more

Curtin University researchers have found applying a thin invisible layer of graphene oxide to silicon forms an impermeable protective barrier, which could be used for many purposes.

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Curtin congratulates nine finalists in the 2021 Premier’s Science Awards

Friday 23 Jul 2021By Lucien Wilkinson

Curtin congratulates nine finalists in the 2021 Premier’s Science Awards

Seven outstanding Curtin researchers and students along with two of the University’s science outreach programs have been named finalists in the 2021 Premier’s Science Awards.

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Study finds lifting advice doesn’t stand up for everyone

Thursday 22 Jul 2021By Lucien Wilkinson

Study finds lifting advice doesn’t stand up for everyone

Commonly accepted advice to keep a straight back and squat while lifting in order to avoid back pain has been challenged by new Curtin University research.

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Curtin hosts new ARC training centre with a mission to heal country

Wednesday 21 Jul 2021By Yasmine Phillips

Curtin hosts new ARC training centre with a mission to heal country

Australia’s first Indigenous Chair for Biodiversity and Environmental Science will lead a ground-breaking new Curtin University-based training centre that will drive a diversified restoration…

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International team aims to make musculoskeletal health a global priority

Wednesday 07 Jul 2021By Lucien Wilkinson

International team aims to make musculoskeletal health a global priority

A Curtin-led international research team has found the prevention and management of musculoskeletal health is globally under-prioritised and have devised an action plan to address this gap.

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Curtin rock physics whiz awarded international honour

Monday 05 Jul 2021By Lucien Wilkinson

Curtin rock physics whiz awarded international honour

A Curtin University researcher has received a prestigious international award for his work over several decades unlocking the secrets of rock physics.

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Curtin study a potential game-changer for treatment of traumatic brain injury

Thursday 01 Jul 2021By Lucien Wilkinson

Curtin study a potential game-changer for treatment of traumatic brain injury

Curtin University researchers have been awarded almost $500,000 in Federal Government funding to help improve care for people with traumatic brain injury.

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Empowering older people could be key to positive change

Friday 25 Jun 2021By Lucien Wilkinson

Empowering older people could be key to positive change

A research team led by Curtin University has demonstrated the potential of older people to play a direct role in tackling community issues affecting them such as food security.

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