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Research
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DNA may hold the clue to protecting endangered species
15 November 2019
A new method for analysing DNA collected from waterways which can help identify endangered bird species has been developed with the help of researchers from The University of Western Australia.
Five early career researchers awarded $2m in federal funding
13 November 2019
Five UWA researchers have been awarded almost $2.05 million for projects that range from investigating Australian rare breed poultry and livestock conservation to working out whether cutting-edge cognitive approaches can help those with severe anxiety.
New project to polish up our knowledge of Batavia silverware
13 November 2019
An international collaboration using 3D imaging and new technology will detect and recreate intricate data from corroded 17th century European silverware from the wreck of the Dutch ship Batavia.
New app helps break down complexities of superannuation
08 November 2019
An interactive mobile app that helps simplify and explain the complex workings of the Australian superannuation system has been developed by a researcher from The University of Western Australia in collaboration with finance professionals and start-up entrepreneurs.
Marine research the winner in collaboration between UWA Oceans Institute and University of Mumbai
07 November 2019
The University of Western Australia’s Oceans Institute and the Sindhu Swadhyay Sanstha School of Integrated Aquatic Education at the University of Mumbai in India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote marine research links across the Indian Ocean.
Weed chipper recognised in WA Innovator of the Year awards
07 November 2019
A mechanical weed chipper designed by engineers and researchers from UWA and The University of Sydney last night won the Rio Tinto Emerging Innovation award category at the 2019 WA Innovator of the Year awards.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Celebrate the festive season at the UWA annual Christmas concert
15 November 2019
The University of Western Australia will come alive this festive season with a public Christmas concert to support Lifeline WA, set on the beautiful grounds of the University’s Crawley campus.
WA Australian of the Year Awards announced
08 November 2019
Philanthropist and education advocate Dr Annie Fogarty AM and world-leading pre-term birth expert Professor John Newnham have been recognised in the 2020 WA Australian of the Year Awards.
Perth Festival launches 2020 program
01 November 2019
On a bedrock of Indigenous culture, Perth Festival 2020 welcomes everyone to a glorious summer celebration of people and place with more than 250 events across theatre, music, dance, opera, film, visual, visual arts and literature and ideas.
At the heart of it
29 October 2019
For several decades UWA has been working with National Heart Foundation Australia (NHFA), which this year celebrates its 60th anniversary, to save the lives of everyday Australians affected by heart disease.
Lecture to examine: The End of Normal in Politics and Economics
22 October 2019
The impact of international issues such as Brexit, China's military belligerence, political unrest in Hong Kong and the lack of US leadership will be the focus of this week's Shann Memorial Lecture at UWA.
Canning Highway becomes the worlds longest stage
21 October 2019
Bring the family and stake your claim along 10km of open highway for a special art, music and entertainment event to celebrate Perth’s connection to late, great AC/DC front man Bon Scott. Highway to Hell will be the world’s longest stage and Perth’s playground for a day as the free, family-friendly finale to the 2020 Perth Festival.
Indigenous commitment
The University of Western Australia acknowledges that its campus is situated on Noongar land, and that Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge.