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Research
Discover some of the groundbreaking research and innovation happening at UWA.
Australia obesity epidemic leading to increased risk of cardiovascular disease
08 January 2020
Researchers from The University of Western Australia and the Royal Perth Hospital Medical Research Foundation are warning that Australia’s obesity epidemic is undermining expert attempts to reduce cardiovascular disease.
Study reveals breastfeeding could protect babies from malaria
07 January 2020
In a world first, researchers from The University of Western Australia have taken the first step towards understanding whether it may be possible for breastfeeding mothers to naturally vaccinate their babies against malaria – one of the world’s deadliest contagious diseases.
UWA scientists crunch the numbers on a huge neutron star collision 3 times heavier than the sun
07 January 2020
Scientists at The University of Western Australia have contributed to a new study with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav) revealing a possible collision of two neutron stars 3.4 times heavier than the sun.
UWA appoints first woman to Chair Business School Board
18 December 2019
Diane Smith-Gander AO, one of WA’s top business executives, has been appointed Chair of The University of Western Australia’s Business School Board. She is the first woman to chair the board.
How climate affects coastal waters of Exmouth Gulf
17 December 2019
Researchers from UWA are a step to learning how climate patterns have affected the coastal waters of the Exmouth Gulf with a multi-year study nearing completion.
Research to understand young people at greatest risk of suicide
17 December 2019
The Young Lives Matter Foundation at The University of Western Australia has received $100,000 in community grants to support research to help understand and prevent youth suicide.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Stars align for a perfect weekend of conversations
17 January 2020
A stellar line-up of award-winning international, national and local writers will gather for Perth Festival’s annual celebration of brilliant literature and exciting ideas with the weekend hub once again nestled in the beautiful surroundings of The University of Western Australia.
How a top ATAR student found his passion for medicine
14 January 2020
Travelling the remotest parts of our State and witnessing first-hand a lack of medical expertise and resources available to many communities was the catalyst for suburban Perth teenager Aldric Ratnasekera to study medicine at UWA.
UWA graduate on a mission to promote a healthy body image in young women
08 January 2020
A 23-year-old woman from Mandurah who grew up in the Pilbara would have been overwhelmed and confused about considering university study after school had it not been for the support and mentoring provided through The University of Western Australia’s Aspire UWA program.
Awards and achievements - January 2020
06 January 2020
The University of Western Australia has a continual roll call of awards, scholarships and prizes presented to staff and students.
Mental health matters this Christmas
19 December 2019
The festive season can be a challenging time for some and the Young Lives Matter Foundation-UWA is encouraging people to support the mentally vulnerable and stay closely connected to family members this Christmas.
Three female Indigenous students graduate as dentists
12 December 2019
Three Indigenous women were among 232 students to graduate at a ceremony held today in The University of Western Australia's Winthrop Hall.
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.