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Research
Discover some of the ground-breaking research and innovation happening at UWA.
Invention means less time in the chair for dental patients
13 December 2016
A device being developed by UWA researchers will improve dental procedures, significantly reduce the time they take and potentially lower dental treatment costs through augmented reality technology.
Raine Medical Foundation provides $1 million in research funding
13 December 2016
The Raine Medical Research Foundation has recognised the high standard of research in WA by awarding almost $1 million in funding.
Bushfire predictions at the fingertips of fire fighters
08 December 2016
Researchers at are developing a new touchscreen device that can be mounted in a fire truck to help firefighters predict where and when a bushfire will spread.
Smart plants learn new habits
07 December 2016
A new study led by The University of Western Australia has demonstrated for the first time that plants can learn about their environment by making links between events, an ability thought to be exclusive to animals.
UWA awarded $22m in NHMRC funding
06 December 2016
UWA researchers have been awarded more than $22 million in NHMRC funding for 26 projects.
Sharks need a safe place too
01 December 2016
After analysing more than 2000 hours of coastal shark sightings, researchers from The University of Western Australia and other collaborators have warned that habitats important for juvenile shark survival are not adequately protected.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Researcher recognised for contribution to archaeology
19 December 2016
Professor Jo McDonald from UWA has been recognised at the Australian Archaeological Association (AAA) conference for her outstanding contribution to archaeology.
UWA joins United Nations Sustainable Development Network
12 December 2016
UWA has joined the United Nations Sustainable Development Network to help tackle some of the world's most pressing problems
Top 10 priorities for those experiencing domestic violence
08 December 2016
An Australian-first study led by The University of Western Australia has surveyed those who have experienced family and domestic violence to identify the top ten priorities for future research into one of the nation’s most serious problems.
3D imaging puts world's oldest football within reach
07 December 2016
A project being launched at UWA will give researchers and the public the chance to experience fascinating museum objects in full-rotation 3D.
Lowy family supports new eye research
06 December 2016
Philanthropist Frank Lowy has made a significant donation to eye research through fellowships that will support the Ian Constable Chair in Discovery and Translational Ophthalmic Science at UWA and based at the LEI.
Student outreach program leader wins national Fellowship
29 November 2016
Louise Pollard, Manager of UWA's student outreach program Aspire UWA, is one of three Australians to be awarded an Equity Fellowship by the National Centre for Student Equity in Higher Education.
Indigenous commitment
The University is committed to enrolling and graduating the highest quality students and recruiting, developing and retaining the highest quality staff.