Spinning black hole sprays light-speed plasma clouds into space
Astronomers have discovered rapidly swinging jets coming from a black hole almost 8000 light-years from Earth.
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Perth to host community symposium in the wake of terrorist attacks
Curtin academics will draw on their research into violence and racism when they convene a symposium this week that aims to help the community gain a deeper understanding of the recent terror…
Curtin Professor appointed Chief Scientist for NZ environmental authority
Curtin University has congratulated Professor Michael Bunce on being appointed the Chief Scientist of New Zealand’s Environmental Protection Authority.
Curtin researchers discover ‘ghostly’ signs of a mysterious new mineral
An international research team including Curtin University scientists has documented the ‘ghost’ of an undiscovered mineral at two ancient meteorite impact craters.
New study aims to improve the lives of children living in out-of-home care
A new Curtin University-led research project aims to improve the outcomes of young people transitioning from out-of-home care to independent living and adulthood.
Curtin research reveals the mysterious cause of static electricity
Curtin chemists have explained the enigmatic everyday phenomenon of static electricity and why it occurs, with the breakthrough offering benefits to the mining, electronics and printing…
Build your first app with Curtin’s latest MOOC
Budding digital entrepreneurs across the globe will be given the ‘app’-ortunity to launch their very own iOS app as part of Curtin University’s latest Massive Open Online Course (MOOC).
New research uncovers the key to promoting safer workplaces
Motivated employees who take initiative at work could hold the key to making Australian workplaces safer, new research involving Curtin University researchers has found.
Curtin research finds native flora able to survive mine site rehabilitation
Curtin research into the ability of native flora to re-establish on post-mining landforms has identified a small portion of species that are able to thrive in challenging growing conditions.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T the key to vocal employees, research finds
Professional employees are more likely to have the confidence to speak up at work if they feel motivated and respected by their colleagues, new research involving Curtin University has found.