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Research
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Magellanic Clouds duo may have been a trio
18 September 2018
Two of the closest galaxies to the Milky Way – the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds – may have had a third companion, astronomers believe.
New research warns of primate extinction in China
18 September 2018
Up to 80 per cent of China’s primate species are at risk of extinction according to a new study by a group of international primatologists including The University of Western Australia.
Research helps understand group relationships in gorillas
18 September 2018
A study by researchers from The University of Western Australia has found that the behaviour between groups of African mountain gorillas is very much influenced by the strong, life-long bonds they form with members of their group.
In-prison justice addresses harm of crime to keep communities safer
12 September 2018
A researcher from The University of Western Australia believes that a restorative justice approach in prisons will play a key role in in prompting prisoners to behave in morally acceptable ways before and after their release.
New breakthrough in the war against antibiotic resistance
05 September 2018
Scientists at The University of Western Australia, in collaboration with researchers in Canada, have developed a new compound that can combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Telescope maps cosmic rays in Large and Small Magellanic Clouds
04 September 2018
A radio telescope in outback Western Australia has been used to observe radiation from cosmic rays in two neighbouring galaxies, showing areas of star formation and echoes of past supernovae.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Space exploration focus for conference
13 September 2018
Australia’s strategy with its Indo-Pacific partners to secure space, maintain the space environment and enhance earth observation capabilities will form the foundation of an international conference, hosted by the Perth USAsia Centre in collaboration with The University of Western Australia.
Kid-friendly chocolate formula helps the medicine go down
11 September 2018
Researchers from The University of Western Australia have developed a winning medicine formula that makes bad-tasting medicine taste nice, making it easier to treat sick children.
Awards and Achievements September 2018
04 September 2018
The University of Western Australia has a continual roll call of awards, scholarships and prizes presented to staff and students.
UWA launches new centre for Australia-Africa research
29 August 2018
A new centre that will drive Australia-Africa research and innovation with the hope of improving life in both continents has been launched by The University of Western Australia.
The league that helps men gain by losing weight
28 August 2018
A new community weight loss initiative for overweight men has been established by a team of sports scientists from The University of Western Australia.
Australian Family Association Event
17 August 2018
In reference to the Australian Family Association event which was scheduled to be hosted on the UWA campus on Friday 17 August the booking has been voided due to non-compliance with UWA’s venue hire policy.
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.