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Research
Discover some of the ground-breaking research and innovation happening at UWA.
275 million-year-old starfish fossil found in Western Australia
14 August 2017
A research team led by The University of Western Australia has discovered a 275 million-year-old fossilised starfish-like creature in the north-west town of Gascoyne Junction.
New drug to benefit cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy
10 August 2017
Researchers at The University of Western Australia have developed an innovative approach to prevent one of the most serious side-effects of chemotherapy, known as myelosuppression.
Major boost for dementia funding
02 August 2017
Research into dementia has been given a major funding boost with the Federal Government awarding $40 million to a range of research projects to improve the lives of people living with dementia.
New centre enables largest marine research capability in Indian Ocean rim
02 August 2017
Western Australia and the Nation are set to become a global leader in marine and ocean research with the opening today of a new multi-million dollar centre at UWA.
WA horses saddled with tooth decay
01 August 2017
Horses fed oaten hay are almost three times more likely to develop tooth decay according to a new study.
Could too much sitting be bad for our brain?
28 July 2017
Researchers from UWA , in collaboration with the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute - a global leader in sedentary behaviour research, are examining the prolonged negative impact that sitting might have on our brains.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities. test
Leading lactology researcher joins UWA in world first
17 August 2017
Breastfeeding mothers in Western Australia will be among the first to benefit from one of the world’s leading researchers in lactology joining The University of Western Australia.
UWA congratulates Premier's Science Awards winners
15 August 2017
A prominent cancer surgeon and a world leader in plant science are among the winners of this year’s Premier’s Science Awards.
UWA moves up in world rankings
15 August 2017
The University of Western Australia has climbed five places in the Academic Ranking of World Universities to be placed 91st in the world.
New Chair to advance research in the offshore petroleum industry
10 August 2017
The University of Western Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Phil Watson to the role of Shell Chair in Offshore Engineering to strengthen research and industry collaboration in WA’s offshore petroleum industry.
Respect.Now.Always
01 August 2017
The national release of the results of the Respect. Now. Always. survey is a valuable part of the University’s ongoing commitment to ensure our students, staff and visitors are safe from sexual assault and sexual harassment.
UWA opens its doors to future students and families
31 July 2017
Future students, parents and the community are invited to explore the campus and find out everything they need to know about studying at UWA.
Indigenous commitment
The University is committed to enrolling and graduating the highest quality students and recruiting, developing and retaining the highest quality staff.