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Whalers left rock engravings in Pilbara in 1840s
19 February 2019
A team of archaeologists from UWA working with Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation and mining company Rio Tinto have discovered that Indigenous people were not the only ones to leave their mark in the Dampier Archipelago.
Can being born blind protect people from schizophrenia?
15 February 2019
A study carried out by The University of Western Australia has provided compelling evidence that congenital/early cortical blindness – that is when people are blind from birth or shortly after - is protective against schizophrenia.
Morning exercise improves brain health in older overweight adults
15 February 2019
Researchers have found a morning bout of exercise reduces the detrimental impact on the pattern of brain blood flow of prolonged sitting in older adults who are overweight or obese.
Public Policy Institute appoints inaugural director
12 February 2019
A leading British academic with expertise in government and industry leadership has been appointed inaugural director of The University of Western Australia’s Public Policy Institute.
Project that can predict risk of fatal illnesses selected for development
11 February 2019
A team from The University of Western Australia that has developed a new way of analysing genetic data to determine the risk of diseases such as cancer and heart attack has been selected to develop their technology through the prestigious CSIRO ON Accelerate program.
Researchers speed up detection of blood infection
11 February 2019
Researchers from UWA have developed a news method of detecting blood infection that they hope will dramatically speed up diagnosis and treatment of severe infection.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Perth Festival opens with epic Kings Park adventure
08 February 2019
Perth Festival opens in spectacular style this weekend by transforming Perth's beloved Kings Park into a nocturnal wonderland for the whole family to enjoy over four magnificent nights
Unlikely proof that from small beginnings great careers grow
06 February 2019
UWA Vice-Chancellor Dawn Freshwater is the new chair of Australia's elite university body, the Group of Eight, but nothing in her upbringing would have suggested this was her calling.
Awards and achievements - January 2019
05 February 2019
Congratulations to UWA staff and students for the many achievements of January 2019.
Women rise to the top
31 January 2019
The Group of Eight universities has appointed its first female chair. UWA Vice-Chancellor Professor Dawn Freshwater will lead the organisation, which represents the eight research-heavy universities, for the next 12 months, taking over from UNSW Vice-Chancellor Ian Jacobs.
Perth Festival Writers Week to start on 18 February
11 January 2019
More than 100 writers, poets and journalists will showcase their work at this year’s Perth Festival Writers Week which runs between 18 - 24 February 2019.
Support the mentally vulnerable this Christmas
19 December 2018
As our thoughts turn to the excitement and fun of the festive season, Young Lives Matter Foundation-UWA is reminding people to stay closely connected to loved ones, especially those who struggle with mental health.
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.