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Research
Discover some of the groundbreaking research and innovation happening at UWA.
3D facial photography offers quick way to predict sleep apnoea
15 August 2019
Three-dimensional facial photography can provide a simple and highly accurate method of predicting the presence of obstructive apnoea, according to a study led by UWA.
Early career researchers awarded Science Industry PhD Fellowships
15 August 2019
Seven early career researchers from UWA are among 13 recipients to receive prestigious Western Australian Government Science Industry PhD Fellowships
Are laxatives the answer to more powerful mobile phones?
13 August 2019
A global research team including scientists from UWA has found laxatives may hold the key to more powerful mobile phones and hybrid cars that run better.
Artwork explores a stimulating decade in Australian history
13 August 2019
A new exhibition at the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery takes an in-depth look at the 1930s, a vibrant and tumultuous decade in Australia.
Like moths to a colourful flame
09 August 2019
A nocturnal moth may be using its colourful wing patterns to attract a female mate according to new research led by UWA and the Adolphe Merkle Institute in Switzerland.
Patient survey reveals flaws in cancer treatment
09 August 2019
An international survey of more than 4000 cancer patients and carers, including 850 Australians, has highlighted the need to tackle shortcomings in diagnosis, treatment and psychological support as well as high medical costs.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
UWA students recognised in Premier's Science Awards
14 August 2019
Two UWA students have been recognised in the 2019 Premier's Science Awards, which celebrate the achievements of the Western Australian science community.
Rugby great joins fight against youth suicide
09 August 2019
Rugby great Nick Farr-Jones has thrown his support behind UWA's suicide research initiative Young Lives Matter Foundation.
Musician heading to Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
07 August 2019
UWA music student Jordan Moore has been selected 2020 Young Composer in Residence with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
Awards and achievements - August 2019
05 August 2019
Congratulations to the many staff and students for their achievements in August.
Girls in Engineering and eye research team among Eureka finalists
31 July 2019
An outreach program to encourage high school girls to study STEM subjects and the research team that developed a strategy to reduce the impact of a common eye infection are finalists in the Eureka Awards.
UWA pharmacy student takes out national award
30 July 2019
Master of Pharmacy student Alice Hashiguchi has been named Pharmacy Student of the Year at a national awards ceremony in Sydney.
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.