Curtin Experts: Conversations That Inspire
Curtin Experts is your gateway to thought-provoking discussions with the brilliant minds that shape our vibrant educational community. It’s where we shine a spotlight on the knowledge, experience, and perspectives of Curtin staff members from all disciplines.
In these engaging conversations, we delve into the social, political, and cultural issues that resonate with you and explore the topics that matter most in today’s world. From addressing current events to uncovering unique insights, Curtin Experts offers a platform to deepen your understanding and spark meaningful dialogue.
Don’t miss the Curtin Radio interviews that have captured the attention of our campus and beyond. Each episode provides a fresh perspective and an opportunity to connect with the diverse voices that make Curtin a leader in education and innovation.
Discover the stories, ideas, and expertise that are shaping the future—right here at Curtin Experts.
2025-04-17
Sophie Deam.
PhD Research Student, Curtin’s School of Earth and Planetary Sciences.
researchers analysed close to 8500 meteoroids and meteorite impacts using data from 19 fireball observation networks across 39 countries making it the most comprehensive study of its kind.
2025-04-08
Alexey Muraiev.
Associate Professor School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry.
Assoc Prof Muraiev discusses the following 1. The significance of Chinese warships passing close to Australia recently, 2. The influence of Trump on international security and what it means for Australia, 3. What the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine mean for Australia and 4. How defence figured in the Federal budget.
2025-03-27
Annette Morgan and Peter Murdoch.
JP Service at the Community and Industry Engagement Hub.
Commencing 27th March and continuing every Thursday the Community and Industry Engagement Hub will be offering a Justice of the Peace service in Building 406, Room 216 on Curtin campus.
2025-03-27
Prof. Peter Newman.
Founder Curtin University Sustainability Policy Institute.
Prof Newman discusses the benefits of the Nullabor Wind and Solar project and that stopping the project due to environmental reasons was ‘beyond belief’.
2025-03-26
Jaya Dantas.
Curtin University Professor of International Health.
Measles outbreaks are usually due to a lack of vaccination due to misinformation and hesitancy which has only increased globally post-COVID We need childhood vaccination rates of 95 per cent for herd immunity but currently only 9221 per cent of two-year-old children in Australia are vaccinated against measles – with some regions at much lower rates.
2025-03-20
Dr. Saul Karnovsky.
Senior Lecturer Curtin School of Education.
Dr Karnovsky discusses his research which has laid bare the emotional challenges facing teachers and highlighted the need for policymakers, school leaders and communities to better understand how to support the profession.
2025-03-07
Dr. Aaron Cavosie.
Senior Lecturer School of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS).
Discovery of an ancient beach on Mars.
2025-03-03
Prof. Nadim Darwish.
ARC Future Fellow at Curtin’s School of Molecular and Life Sciences.
Prof Darwish discusses a new technique to make glass water repellent; a feature which will improve safety in vehicles, reduce cleaning costs and enhance filtration systems.
2025-02-27
Professor Chris Kirkland.
Timescales of Mineral Systems Group within Curtins Geoscience Solutions.
New Curtin University research has revealed how massive ancient glaciers acted as giant bulldozer’s reshaping Earth’s surface & paving a way for complex life to flourish.
2025-02-25
Associate Professor Zoe Richards.
Associate Professor Curtin University.
Assoc Prof Richards discusses the new exhibition at WA Museum showcasing marine-life discoveries in the Kimberley, made through collaborations between the traditional owners, local rangers and scientists from Curtin University and the WA Museum.
2025-02-24
Dr. Francesca Perugia.
Senior Lecturer at School of Design and the Built Environment Curtin University.
With the push to rapidly increase housing supply, there is a concerning lack of focus on where these new developments will be built. Dr. Perugia says Australia urgently needs a national data framework to cover risks such as bushfires, floods and cyclones.
2025-02-20
Greg Dunn.
Place Activation Co-ordinator @ Curtin Uni.
Greg Dunn talks about what will happening at the Curtin Carnival which is on 21st February from 1.00 – 4.30. Activities include Live music, roving street performers, free Zumba classes and food trucks.
2025-02-19
Associate Professor Liz Jackson.
Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management & Logistics.
Tropical Cyclone Zelia is threatening critical export infrastructure in the Pilbara with port closures and supply chain disruptions posing significant risks to both the Australian and global economy.
2025-02-19
Prof. Peta Ashworth.
Director at Curtin Institute for Energy Transition.
Professor Peta Ashworth explains ‘firming’ which is a way to ensure a consistent renewable power supply and the many ways of approaching it.
2025-02-18
Professor Ross Taplin.
Curtin’s School of Accounting, Economics and Finance.
Research carried our by Curtin University has explored how Western Australians feel about bauxite mining in the jarrah forests of the Darling Range revealing key insights into public attitudes toward conservation tourism and government transparency. Prof Taplin discusses the outcome of the study.
2025-02-06
Dr. Adam Andreotta.
Lecturer Curtin University Faculty of Business & Law.
Dr. Andreotta discusses privacy policies that are presented to the public. These policies are sometimes up to 90000 words long and hard to understand. He says consumers are frequently unaware of how their data is used and the risks they face.
2025-02-03
Professor Dora Marinova.
Curtin University.
Professor Dora Marinova speaks on a local take-make-waste economic approach. While West Australians consume more than three times the global average of raw materials, a new Curtin University report says this needs to shift to a circular economy.
2025-01-22
Professor Tama Leaver.
Curtin University internet studies & social media.
National TikTok ban to allow for negotiations prompting social media giant to restore services after temporarily going offline to comply.
2025-01-16
Associate Professor Elizabeth Jackson.
Supply Chain Expert Curtin University.
Prof Jackson discusses how Donald Trump is looking to maximise control and minimise interference with his proposals to centralise US manufacturing and services by taking control of the Panama Canal, buying Greenland and making Canada the 51st state.
2025-01-10
Professor Kit Messham-Muir.
Research Assistant – School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry.
Shaped by conflict and reconciliation, the Art of Peace exhibition (1 February -29 June) brings together three artists from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Rwanda and Timor-Leste to discuss art after war.
2025-01-09
Adjunct Professor Clive Phillips.
Curtin University Sustainability Policy Institute.
Most farmers we surveyed (54 per cent) were open to exploring other agricultural enterprises primarily cropping and beef with many believing dairy farming in Australia was not sustainable The most common reason for considering transition was ageinghealth problems labour shortages and increasing costs.
2024-12-19
Prof. Deborah Hersh.
Curtin School of Allied Health.
Prof Hersh discusses the project which aims to transform how healthcare professionals communicate test results and give feedback to patients with Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI).
2024-12-13
Dr. Louise Francis.
Lecturer Curtin School of Population Health.
Dr Francis says there is widespread support from the public academics and gambling reform advocates to curb the extent of gambling-related harm with bans on gambling advertising. However, she says, industry profits are taking priority over community health and welfare.
2024-12-11
Paul Alexander.
Curtin University Adjunct Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management.
Dr Alexander says Australia Post, as a publicly owned company, has a duty to serve Australians who still need to send and receive physical mail, such as older Australians, residents of regional and remote areas and people who are less familiar with digital platforms.
2024-11-29
Dr. Atiq Zaman.
Associate Professor School of Design and the Built Environment.
Dr Zaman says we are on the cusp of irreversible climate change if serious action isn’t taken to reduce carbon emissions. He says COP29 must secure one trillion in climate finance for vulnerable countries.
2024-11-28
Chris Elders.
Emiritus Professor Curtin School of Earth and Planetary Sciences.
Chris Elders describes a forceful volcanic disturbance on Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, which has been erupting since December 2023. A cycle of particularly violent eruptions started in early November about 800km east of Bali on the island of Flores.
2024-11-27
Robyn Westgate.
Project Officer Office of People and Culture Curtin University.
Robyn is the Project Manager for the Curtin Bystander Project and consultant for domestic violence related matters. She is a domestic violence survivor and speaks broadly about the issue.
2024-11-26
Prof. Mike Dockery.
Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre.
Prof Dockery discusses the massive implications Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 US Presidential Election will have on Australian and global economies.
2024-11-26
Professor Jonine Jancey.
Professor Curtin School of Population Health.
Professor Jancey welcomes recently announced vaping reforms including stopping the importation of vapes, selling them solely behind a pharmacy counter and restricting flavours to limit their appeal for school students.
2024-11-25
Dr. Daniel Kiely.
Senior Research Fellow.
Dr Daniel Kiely talks to Jenny about a new report from the Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre which has found WAs start-up scene needs a boost in talent, diversity and investment to thrive.
2024-11-22
Prof. Morten Allentoft.
Head of Trace and Environmental DNA (TrEnD) Laboratory Curtin Uni.
Curtin Uni’s groundbreaking Global Environment Studies program is expanding thanks to a boost from BHP. Using environmental DNA, researchers can detect species by analysing traces of DNA in water, soil and air, making it easier to track endangered animals, detect invasive species and monitor delicate ecosystems.
2024-11-20
Lia McKnight.
Curator @ John Curtin Gallery.
Lia chats about the Brett Whiteley ‘Inside the Studio Exhibition’ showing at the John Curtin Gallery from 25th October to 15th December.
2024-11-12
Dr. Andreas Zametzer.
Study Lead Curtin University.
Dr. Zametzer was one of the researchers from the Mineral Timescales Group in the School of Earth and Planetary Sciences. He and his colleagues collected sedimentary samples from Perth’s coastline waterways to track changes in ocean levels over thousands of years.
2024-11-06
Mr Alex Jenkins.
WA Data Science Innovation Hub Director @ Curtin University.
Mr Jenkins focuses on consent and data privacy in new online technology.
He says technology could combat the growing threat of deepfake scams, but the opt-out rather than opt-in approach raises questions.
2024-11-04
Professor Stuart Kinner.
Head of Justice Health Group at Curtin.
Professor Kinner says lowering the age of criminal responsibility is a backward step.
2024-11-01
Professor Donna Chung.
Professor Donna Chung talks about the WA government campaign which is raising awareness about coercive control and its dangers, including emotional psychological and financial manipulation.
2024-10-31
Dr. Glynn Greensmith.
Curtin University Department of Journalism.
Dr Greensmith says the government is fighting the wrong fight on media sustainability, ownership laws and business models. He says government needs to foster a news environment prioritising truth and integrity. not ratings and clicks.
2024-10-30
Milo Barham.
Associate Professor School of Earth and Planetary Sciences Curtin University.
Milo Barham looks at small iron-rich formations found within Western Australia’s Pinnacles, providing new insight into Earths ancient climate and changing landscape.
2024-10-24
Dr. Adam Crowe.
Research Fellow | School of Accounting, Economics and Finance.
Dr Crowe discusses the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute paper which shows the true cost of housing goes far beyond weekly rent or mortgage repayments.
2024-10-23
Eden Rigo.
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours) studen.
Eden has joined the likes of Bob Hawke and Bill Clinton after winning one of the most prestigious scholarships in the world. She has been named the 2025 Rhodes Scholar for WA and will spend two years studying at Oxford University in the the UK.
2024-10-17
Johannes Debler.
Curtin University PhD Student.
Johannes Debler is studying the immune systems of plants.
2024-10-11
Danica Hendry.
Lead researcher Australian Research Council of Excellence.
Parents or primary caregivers of children aged 0-8 years old For the purpose of this study primary caregivers are those who provide long-term support in daily care routines such as feeding hygiene sleep play and health This includes parents grandparents and foster parents.
2024-10-11
Dr. Ben Rich.
Co-Director Curtin Extreme Research Network.
Dr Rich discusses the Middle East conflict and suggests it may escalate with multiple rivals potentially sparking a wider regional war, thus drawing in the US and its allies.
2024-10-04
Prof. Sharon Parker.
Transformative Work Design Direct & Scientist of the Year @ Curtin Uni.
A recent study by KPMG has found that most Australian chief executives want employees in office-based roles to return to the office full-time by 2027. Prof Parker doesnt believe this prediction will materialise.
2024-09-24
Dr. Kat Ross.
Astrophysicist.
Star gazing at home and last week saw a supermoon. Look for some beautiful clear skies at night in October.
2024-09-18
Mr Alex Jenkins.
WA Data Science Innovation Hub Director @ Curtin University.
AIs increased role in smartphone technology will change how we use our devices but it also raises new security concerns.
2024-09-18
Dr. Felicity Roux, a menstrual health expert, talks about the arming gap in girls understanding of basic medical questions such as when was your last period or where is this happening in your body? She says, in a doctor’s surgery, the lack of knowledge could impact diagnoses and treatments.
2024-09-17
Jon Castle.
Physiotherapy Clinic Supervisor.
Curtin Physiotherapy Clinic provides services to staff, students, university associates, and to the public. The clinic provides treatments for muscle and joints problems, back and neck pain and musculoskeletal issues.
2024-09-16
Professor Patrick Dunlop.
Curtin Uni Future of work Institute.
Professor Dunlop explains how AI could soon make job interviews a thing of the past.
2024-09-13
Professor Kirsten Holmes.
School of Management and Marketing Faculty of Business and Law.
Professor Holmes discusses the economics of the Paralympics, which are often intertwined with the Olympics. A recent report highlighted a cost overrun for Paris 2024 of 115 percent.
2024-09-12
Daniel Turner.
Sessional Academic School School of Earth and Planetary Sciences.
Daniel discusses ground breaking spacecraft technology which has been crowned the Griffith Hack Overall Winner at the 2024 Curtinnovation Awards. The miniature spacecraft thruster known as MiniJet was developed by Daniel.
2024-09-09
Jacqui HENDRIKS.
Curtin University academic sexologist.
An electors meeting reaction to two controversial books for teenagers being available in the City of Albany library. Jacqui HENDRIKS dissects the latest research on the books and asks where do young people currently go for information on sex?
2024-09-03
Prof. Donna Chung.
Curtin University Professor of Social Work and Social Policy.
Prof Chung discusses the report into the national plan to end violence against women and children.
2024-09-03
Anthony Clarke.
Phd Student – Mineral Systems Group @ Curtin Uni.
Phd Student Anthony Clarke reveals the Stonehenge monumental six-tonne Altar Stone, long believed to originate from Wales, actually came from Scotland.
2024-09-02
Assoc Prof Elizabeth Jackson.
Curtin Uni Supply Chain Expert.
Assoc Prof Jackson discusses how the recent strike at Fremantle Port impacted everyday Aussies and how Australian ports rank overall.
2024-08-30
Dr. Sandra Martain.
Lecturer Curtin School of Management and Marketing.
Dr Martain discusses the impact of the new ‘Right to Disconnect’ law which came into effect on August 26, and how it has raised concern among some employer and business groups.
2024-08-27
Dr. Robin Cook.
Astrophysicist.
The latest update on the 2 Astronauts left out in space until 2025.
2024-08-26
Professor Peter Newman.
Professor Newman looks at the Woodside proposal for reef off the coast of northern WA. He discusses the significance of Scott Reef, the possible environmental consequences of the project and alternatives for Australia’s future energy needs if the project does not go ahead.
2024-08-23
Dr. Martin Rabey.
Lecturer Curtin School of Allied Health Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist.
Dr. Rabey discusses research into pain management with people who have recovered from a painful condition; investigating which personal strengths help those in pain.
2024-08-23
Prof. Steven Tingay.
Prof of Radio Astronomy @ Curtin University.
Professor Tingay discusses the consequences of NASA decommissioning the NEOWISE mission.
2024-08-19
Professor Phil Bland.
Binar Principal Investigator.
Professor Bland talks about WA Satellites reaching the International Space Station.
2024-08-19
Professor Donna Chung.
John Curtin Distinguished Professor.
Professor Donna Chung discusses changes that WA is implementing to support domestic violence victims who will be able to provide evidence directly to police body cameras or phones at the scene.
2024-08-19
Distinguished Professor Christopher Reid.
Curtin School of Population Health.
Professor Reid explains how people with Type 2 diabetes are far more likely to suffer cardiovascular events such as stroke and heart attack than the rest of the population. A new Curtin University project will explore if common anti-inflammatory medications can reduce this risk.
2024-08-15
Associate Professor Christina Pollard.
Associate Professor Curtin’s School of Population Health.
Running since 2008 Act-Belong-Commit has seen Curtin University partner with more than 400 organisations to encourage Western Australians to take action to improve their mental wellbeing.
Thanks to funding from Healthway the program will expand to offer new initiatives such as an Australian-first Indigenous youth yoga training program.
2024-07-31
Professor Peter Newman.
John Curtin Distinguished Professor Curtin Research Institute Curtin University-Sustainability Policy Institute.
Professor Newman discusses the limits to solar and wind , the technologies which produce electricity only when the sun is shining and the wind is blowing. He says renewables will need back-up technology for reliable energy.
2024-07-30
Dr. Kat Ross.
Astrophysicist.
Update on the Universe.
2024-07-26
Prof. Ben Phillips.
Curtin School of Molecular and Life Sciences.
Prof Phillips discusses the Toad Containment Zone (TCZ) project which will prevent further invasion of the Pilbara region by cane toads. The TCZ will create a ‘toad-break’ by removing access to water at 150 man-made water points on the edge of the Gt Sandy Desert preventing the toads surviving the dry season.
2024-07-26
Mr Alex Jenkins.
Director of the WA Data Science Innovation Hub.
There is an urgent need for regulations on the distribution of AI generated political messaging in the lead up to elections We could soon start receiving individualised deepfake political ads based on our personal interests and beliefs.
2024-07-24
Nikos Koutras.
Lecturer – Curtin Law School – Faculty of Business and Law.
Tackling Perth’s Housing Crisis: How open access to information can help improve living conditions.
2024-07-17
Dr. Danica Hendry.
Lead Researcher @ Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child and Curtin School of Allied Health.
With screen use by children on the rise, Curtin University is calling for parents and primary carers to participate in a research study to gather advice about child screen time.
2024-07-16
Elizabeth Oliver.
Sessional Academic @ School Curtin School of Allied Health.
Elizabeth was a member of the team of experts who took part in Maggie Beer’s three part documentary on the ABC, aiming to transform the meals and dining experiences of Australia’s aged care residents.
2024-07-10
Dr. Roslyn Ward.
School of Allied Health at Curtin.
Dr Ward discusses Curtin University health research projects aimed at preventing hearing loss in children with cancer, and revolutionizing Multiple Sclerosis treatments.
2024-07-08
Professor Donna Chung.
Curtin University Professor of Social Work and Social Policy.
Internationally, evidence shows that individuals with a violence restraining order and subjected to electronic monitoring were more likely to comply with geographical restrictions compared to those without electronic monitoring. However, there could also be a subset of dangerous offenders who may not adhere to the restrictions.
2024-07-03
Assoc Prof Liam Wagner.
School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering @ Curtin University.
Assoc Prof Wagner states the Australian Energy Market Operators plan shows the transition to renewable energy will be cheaper as we progress towards net zero, but only if we do the right things fast enough.
2024-06-26
Mr Alex Jenkins.
WA Data Science Innovation Hub Director @ Curtin University.
Alex talks about Artificial Intelligence being a game changer for financial counselling and scams.
2024-06-12
Dr. Fadi Maayah.
Curtin Researcher.
Dr Maayah discusses an exchange programme where Curtin academic staff will visit UAE, Jordan and Oman to collaborate on high-quality research while providing support for women and people with disabilities.
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2024-06-10
Dr. Fergus Downey.
Senior Engineer @ Curtin Uni Binar Space Program.
Curtin University’s Binar Space Program recently handed over three cube satellites bound for the International Space Station. The satellites will travel onboard a Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency resupply mission in August, taking essential items to the astronauts and cosmonauts onboard the ISS.
2024-05-29
Mr Alex Jenkins.
WA Data Science Innovation Hub Director @ Curtin University.
Alex talks about the latest ChatGPT update and how it will change our relationship with technology.
2024-05-24
Dr. Holly Bradley.
Researcher at Curtin’s School of Molecular and Life Sciences.
Dr Bradley chats with Jenny about her research on Bats.
2024-05-14
Professor Tracey Moroney and Dr Saul Karnovsky.
Head of Curtin School of Nursing and Senior Lecturer School of Education.
The Federal Government has announced new payments in the upcoming budget for nurses, teachers and social workers during their unpaid mandatory work placements. We learn about financial support for students experiencing ‘placement poverty’.
2024-05-10
Professor Jaya Dantas.
Chief Investigator from Curtin University’s SHAKTI project.
Prof Dantas discusses a raft of measures recommended by the National Cabinet to address the growing issue of gender-based violence in Australia.
2024-05-03
Associate Professor Sara Egan from Curtin enable Institute and School of Population Health talks about a project to help children overcome perfectionism.
2024-05-01
Mr Alex Jenkins.
WA Data Science Innovation Hub Director @ Curtin University.
Alex Jenkins talks about Innovation in science.
2024-04-24
Robyn Westgate.
Family and Domestic Violence Project Officer.
Robyn Westgate discusses the MATE Bystander program, designed to partner with organisations in elevating workplace culture.
2024-04-23
Discussion with Associate Professor Ann Fox, Adjunct Research Fellow visiting from St Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia.
2024-04-23
Prof. Peter Newman.
John Curtin Distinguished Professor Curtin Research Institute Curtin University Sustainability Policy Institute.
As the world shifts towards cleaner energy sources, there has been much discussion on the future of places tied to traditional energy sources. As an example, Professor Newman discusses how Kwinana can continue to be an energy hub in the coming years while becoming a global net zero leader.
2024-04-19
Dr.Ben Rich.
Co- Director Curtin Extremism Research network.
Dr Rich explains why social media giants have been put on notice.
2024-04-18
Dr. Stephen Monterosso.
Senior Lecturer Curtin University Faculty of Business and Law.
Dr. Stephen Monterosso talks about WA’s anti-bikie laws. He says while they may be blocking some gang recruitment – are they really working?
2024-04-10
Dr. Dean Economou.
Curtin University Research Fellow.
Dr Economou says the 3G shutdown has been promoted as a way of offering new services and higher reliability. However, he says, the withdrawal of 3G is not acceptable for people who need to access 000 services in regional Australia, where it could mean the difference between life and death.
2024-04-09
Dr. Kat Ross.
Astrophysicist.
Dr Ross explores the universe.
2024-04-03
Mr Alex Jenkins.
WA Data Science Innovation Hub Director, Curtin University.
Alex provides us with more ground breaking AI Updates that will assist people with hearing and sight challenges.
2024-04-03
Associate Professor Zoe Richards.
Curtin’s School of Molecular and Life Sciences.
A perfect storm of environmental factors has seen a monumental loss of fish and coral life at Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia’s Gascoyne region. However, Curtin University research into the event shows it may recover.
2024-03-25
Associate Professor Christina Pollard.
Mid career researcher and investigator on the Chat2Study Project.
Professor Pollard is testing a new weight management program led by dietitians to support people in building healthy habits to improve their diets.
2024-03-19
Adrienne Traill.
HDR student at School of Accounting Curtin Uni.
Adrienne speaks about the barriers faced by late career single women to retirement planning and relates some interesting stories of women she spoke to during her research.
2024-03-18
Dr. Adam Crowe.
School of Accounting, Economics and Finance at Curtin Uni.
Dr Crowe discusses the outcome and findings of the national conference on the housing crisis in Adelaide.
2024-03-15
Professor Dora Marinova.
Professor of Sustainability.
The Federal Government is planning to incorporate the climate impact of certain foods into its Australian Dietary Guidelines, which critics have described as overreach and even a ‘war on meat’. Curtin University Professor of Sustainability, Dora Marinova, said the changes are a sensible response to climate concerns.
2024-03-08
Prof. Sharon Parker.
Director of the Centre for Transformative Work Design @ Curtin Uni.
Professor Parker describes a gathering in Perth, in which leading global scholars in work design, industry and government explored the complexities of our working lives, She discusses hybrid working, the rise of AI, staff shortage burnout and an ageing workforce.
2024-03-08
Dr. Sarah Hellewell.
Research Fellow, Health Sciences Research and Graduate Studies at Curtin.
Dr Hellewell discusses what happens to the brain in a concussion and how it can be prevented in contact sports.
2024-03-07
Prof. Julia Richardson.
Head of Curtin’s School of Management and Marketing.
Following Brad Banducci’s retirement from Woolworths, Prof Richardson discusses whether CEO’s and leaders of today are under greater scrutiny and how his replacement will regain the trust of the Australian people in the Woolies brand.
2024-03-06
Dr. Alison Blyth and Dr Denis Fougerouse.
Faculty of Science and Engineering Research Fellows School of Earth and Planetary Sciences.
Dr’s Blyth and Fougerouse discuss the Think Like a Scientist programme which has been introduced at four prisons and is designed to help prisoners explore new areas of interest and develop critical thinking.
2024-02-26
Dr. Stephen Poropat.
Researcher in Palaeontology at Curtin Uni.
Dr Poropat discusses the discovery of a 95 million-year-old dinosaur skull in Winton, Queensland. The discovery suggests dinosaurs may have been travelling between Australia and South America via Antarctica between 95 and 100 million years ago.
2024-02-23
John Curtin Distinguished Professor Steven Tingay.
Executive Director of the Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy.
Should humans go to Mars? If the history of human exploration is anything to go by you only need a tiny fraction of the population to be motivated enough to do it If they also have the capital it will happen.
2024-02-23
Professor Mike Dockery.
Associate Professor with the School Economics and Finance.
Australian unemployment hits two year high. The unemployment rate has risen to 4.1 per cent which is the first time in two years that it has exceeded 4 per cent.
2024-02-22
Greg Dunn.
Place Activation Co-ordinator at Curtin Uni.
Greg details a calendar of free public events for the month of March, as part of Explore Curtin.
2024-02-21
Dr. Shane Greive.
Lecturer at School of Design and the Built Environment Curtin Uni.
Dr Greive is an Urban Planning Expert. He discusses new reforms which allow WA homeowners to gain planning approval for a granny flat up to 70 square metres.
2024-02-19
Dr. Nic Saraceni.
Physiotherapist and Lecturer at Curtin School of Allied Health.
Bringing research and clinical skills to his teaching where he lectures in Anatomy, Pain and Musculoskeletal Science.
2024-02-16
Dr Shannon Rowley on job seeking.
How to research potential employers prior to applying for work.
2024-02-12
Professor Htwe Htwe Thein.
Associate Professor School of Management and Marketing at Curtin Uni.
Prof Thein discusses a report from activist group ‘Justice for Myanmar.’
The report mentions ten Australian companies which allegedly supported Myanmar’s military junta when it overthrew the country’s democratically elected government.
2024-02-09
Dr. Elissa Burton.
Associate Professor At School of Allied Health Curtin University.
Dr Burton discusses a wide range of topics to assist in living independently. Topics include falls prevention, getting off the ground after a fall, ageism.
2024-02-07
Joshua Newton.
PhD Student – Curtin University School of Molecular and Life Sciences.
A ground-breaking study has analysed animals from a wildlife sanctuary in Perth’s hills and Perth Zoo.
The study identified the genetic signatures of 93 different animals, including birds, native mammals, meerkats and elephants.
2024-02-06
Dr. Hani Al-Salami.
Project Leader Curtin Medical School and Curtin Health Innovation Research.
Curtin University and Australian Red Cross Lifeblood are joining forces to develop a new faecal transplant capsule for Australian clinical trials.
2024-02-05
Dr. Ben Rich.
Extremism Expert at Curtin University.
Dr Rich discusses the launch of new online resources aimed at tackling extremism and disinformation in the community.
2024-02-02
Dr. Rebecca Anderson.
Senior Lecturer from Curtin School of Population Health.
Clinical Psychologist Dr Rebecca Anderson is involved in research and clinical supervision. In this podcast she speaks about phobias.
2024-01-25
Professor Jaya Dantas.
International Health Expert.
Cases of polio were reported in around 30 countries in 2023 mostly in resource-poor settings with weak health systems While some of these regions were impacted by conflict, there was also poor vaccine coverage.
COVID has impacted childhood vaccination rates and there is growing distrust of vaccinations among vulnerable communities.
2024-01-23
Professor Julia Richardson.
Head of Curtin’s School of Management and Marketing.
Professor Richardson discusses how COVID forced many employees to work from home; an arrangement which has continued in a lot of workplaces. However, there has been a push from many employers to bring workers back into the office full-time.
2024-01-22
Associate Professor Elizabeth Jackson.
Curtin University’s School of Management and Marketing.
The dispute between global port container operator DP World and the Maritime Union of Australia has seen workers strike at ports across Australia, leading to concerns over transport costs and product shortages.
2024-01-18
Dr. Arash Bahramian.
Author & Astronomer.
A global team of astronomers at Curtin University International Centre of Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) have created the most sensitive radio image ever; an ancient globular cluster of tightly-packed stars.
2024-01-16
Leena Abdul-Khaliq.
Curtin Academic & PhD Candidate.
Leena who is an expert on Middle East and North African politics discusses the impact of the Houthi rebels attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea.
2024-01-15
Dr. David Preece.
Study Lead and clinical psychologist.
Loneliness is emerging as a global health concern, with research suggesting it is a looming public health epidemic linked to significant health issues. A Curtin University project is tackling the problem by developing a targeted, individual approach to treatment. Lead Researcher Dr David Preece discusses the project.
2024-01-12
Dr. Juliana Zabatiero.
Curtin School of Allied Health.
How to manage kids screen time and avoid tech tantrums.
2024-01-11
Greg Dunn and Saskia Valenti.
Place Activation Co-ordinator and Communication and Engagement Manager.
Curtin University Calendar of Events. All events and facilities are open to the general public at all times.
2023-12-15
Peter Newman.
John Curtin Distinguished Professor.
Curtin University students have helped to create a blueprint of how trackless trams are now being trialled in Perth’s public transport system as part of a new industry-research collaboration.
2023-12-13
Associate Professor Paul Alexander.
Curtin School of Management and Marketing.
Associate Professor Paul Alexander joins us to discuss the decision by Australia Post to reduce mail deliveries to every second day, and the impact on small business and homeowners.
2023-12-11
Sheldon Smith.
The Male Perspective.
With the 16 days in WA campaign about family violence underway, Sheldon Smith, speaks on various aspects from a male point of view. Sheldon is Curtin Universities Senior Diversity and Inclusion Advisor, specialising in the areas of Inclusive Practice, Cultural Change, Gender and LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
2023-12-04
Professor Peter Newman.
John Curtin Distinguished Professor Peter Newman.
Professor Newman discusses the COP28 Summit and the need to place the onus on the Oil and Gas Industry.
2023-11-29
Dr. Martin Whitely.
Adjunct Research Fellow with a doctorate in ADHD policy.
Dr, Whiteley discusses why he believes the ADHD Senate inquiry is ‘fundamentally flawed’, leading to the over-prescription of medication for Australian children.
2023-11-28
Professor Stuart Kinner.
Curtin School of Population Health and Committee member of National Prison Health Information Committee.
National prison health report reveals need for more Federal Government action.
2023-12-01
Rob Dunsmore.
PHD Researcher at ChemCentre at Curtin Uni.
Rob is an explosives chemist who has received national recognition and financial support for his work in determining the origins of homemade bombs. This research will allow counter terrorism agencies to more easily identify perpetrators, and track terrorist networks.
2023-11-22
Alexey Muraviev.
Associate Professor And Expert On International Strategic Affairs.
The incident involving divers from HMAS Toowoomba shows that despite what were declared as positive outcomes from the PMs meeting with president Xi Jinping China continues to view Australia as being part of the AUKUS security pact and a threat to its aspirations of dominance in the Indo-Pacific region.
2023-11-21
Dr. Elizabeth Jackson.
Curtin University Expert.
Christmas chaos is a possibility as port operators are crippled by cyber attack.
2023-11-20
Dr. Saul Karnovsky.
Curtin University School of Education Senior Lecturer.
A year-long review commissioned by the State School Teachers Union of WA released today has revealed many teachers are planning to leave the profession, which will exacerbate the existing teacher shortage.
2023-11-20
Professor Peter Newman.
John Curtin Distinguished Professor of Sustainability.
Supermarkets perpetuating plastics problem.
2023-11-20
Robyn Westgate.
Family and Domestic Violence Project Officer at People and Culture Centre.
The 16 Days in WA campaign runs from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) through to December 10 (Human Rights Day) each year. The campaign takes its inspiration from the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
2023-11-10
Daniel Turner.
PHD Candidate Curtin University.
Ground breaking Curtin University technology will soon be powering interplanetary missions to the moon and beyond, after one of its brightest young minds caught the attention of a leading international space research institution.
2023-11-07
Professor Jaya Dantas.
Dean International – Faculty of Health Sciences.
Australia records 23.6 per cent spike in COVID cases amid the eighth wave.
2023-11-07
Dr. Juliana Zabatiero.
Digital Child Chief Investigator at the Curtin School of Allied Health.
A four year study involving 3000 Australian families the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child and coinciding with National Children’s week was launched on 24th November.
2023-11-02
Associate Professor Liam Wagner.
Curtin University Energy Markets Expert.
Fuel price-driven inflation shows need for alternatives. With disruptions in oil supplies and production restrictions placed on oil from nations affiliated with OPEC and Russia, we will likely see continued pressure on consumer prices.
2023-10-26
Professor Peter Newman.
John Curtin Distinguished Professor.
The decision of the high court to declare Victoria’s tax on electric vehicles as illegal is welcomed. The tax needs to be part of a much stronger package of incentives and taxes from the Federal Government on EVs.
2023-10-20
Professor Joe Siracusa.
Dean of Global Futures Curtin University Faculty of Humanities.
Professor Siracusa discusses the US and international reaction to the Israeli conflict.
2023-10-16
Alexey Muraviev.
Associate Professor, Expert on International Strategic Affairs.
Australian defence shake up. The shift in the ADF’s continental posture reflects the army’s intention to respond to current and emerging threats. The restructure will create greater capacity for overseas operations and the bolstering of defences against any threats from north of Australia.
2023-10-13
Dr. Christine Cooper.
The Curtin School of Molecular and Life Sciences.
Curtin University researchers have captured rare recordings of echidnas cooing, grunting and making a range of other sounds, but only during the breeding season.
2023-10-05
Associate Professor Nicholas Timms.
Curtin University School of Earth and Planetary Sciences.
Curtin University researchers are standing by to be among the first in the world to analyse precious asteroid samples due to land on Earth via NASA’s historic OSIRIS-REx mission, which could unlock some of the biggest mysteries of the universe.
2023-09-29
Dr. Luc-Serge Doucet.
Curtin University Institute for Geoscience Research.
Curtin University researchers studying diamond-rich rocks from Western Australia’s Argyle volcano have identified the missing third key ingredient needed to bring valuable pink diamonds to the Earth’s surface where they can be mined, which could greatly help in the global hunt for new deposits.
2023-09-19
Alex Jenkins.
WA Data Science Innovation Hub Director @ Curtin University.
Curtin University researchers are exploring the potential for artificial intelligence to transform healthcare.
2023-09-12
Dr Robin Cook.
Astrophysicist Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy.
Dr Cook discusses the Square Kilometre Array Telescope, the MeerKAT telescope Extension Project and an update from The International Bristol Conference.
2023-09-07
Dr Ryan Mead-Hunter
Air Quality modelling expert at the Curtin University School of Population Health.
Information from WA’s first and only real-time pollen monitoring and forecast service hosted at Curtin University, will be able to give seasonal allergy sufferers a better indication of when to expect high pollen days.
2023-09-06
Professor Peter Newman.
Founder Curtin University Sustainability Policy Institute.
The biggest sustainable energy announcement in WA seen in some time, sees the Government and major industry partners working together to deliver green and cheaper energy for the North West Pilbara, the South West and Perth.
2023-08-30
Nigel Marks
Associate Professor – Science & Engineering Faculty.
More than 12 years on from the Fukushima nuclear disaster Japanese authorities are releasing treated radio active waste water into the Pacific Ocean.
2023-08-28
Louise Francis
Associate Professor – Science & Engineering Faculty.
The Federal Government has launched Betstop. This is a national self-exclusion register which enables Australians to block themselves from all licensed interactive wagering services from between three months to permanently.
2023-08-22
Dr Chong Wei
Marine Bio Acoustic Specialist Curtin Centre for Marine Science.
Researchers are developing high tech 3D image sections of hearing structures of stranded whales to assess evidence of interference to their echo-location systems.
2023-08-15
Professor Gretchen Benedix
Curtin University Space Expert
Australian students can launch a space career through Curtin University.
2023-08-09
Jane King and Lia McKnight
The John Curtin Gallery will be presenting work by 40 regional artists as part of the Open Borders survey exhibition, which will be held at the Gallery from 12 August to 8 October 2023.
2023-08-08
Ravisha Jayawickrama
Author and PhD Candidate
An article published in The Conversation explores the link between the term ‘obesity’ and discrimination and whether a change to ‘adiposity-based’ chronic disease could help.
2023-08-08
Dr Ellie Sansom
Research Associate School of Earth and Planetary Sciences
August is Blue Moon Month in West Australia when the moon is closest to earth by 42,000km.
2023-07-25
Dr Robin Cook
Astrophysicist
Euclid is designed to explore the evolution of the dark Universe. It will make a 3D-map of the Universe (with time as the third dimension) by observing billions of galaxies out to 10 billion light-years, across more than a third of the sky.
2023-07-24
Associate Professor Andrew Woods
Esperance ship wreck, the Belinda. The WA Museum discovered the wreck site in 1989 and excavated it between 1989 and 1991, during which overlapping black and white photographs were taken and a 2D photomosaic was created.
2023-07-05
Carrolup Manager Kathleen Toomath discusses a new exhibition, Kalyagool Karni-Wangkiny [Telling Truth Always], at the John Curtin Gallery. The exhibition features ten new artworks which have been added to the Collection plus never before-seen footage of the child artists creating their works in the 1940’s.
2023-06-06
Joshua Kestel. Lead Researcher & PhD Student – Curtin Molecular Life Science.
The presence of more native Australian flowering plants in urban areas can help boost declining bee numbers. New Curtin University research finding them to be the preferred source of food for both native bees and the introduced European honeybee.
2023-06-15
Dr Ben Rich. Co-Director Curtin Extremism Research Network.
The Federal Government has announced it will introduce legislation banning the display and possession of Nazi symbols.
2023-06-07
Professor Andrew Woods & Daniel Addams discuss an amazing 3D visual experience on the shipwrecks around Australia. In particular The Coal Steamer ‘Duckenfield’, which sank in 1889, 60 miles from Newcastle.
2023-05-30
Professor Joe Siracusa is the Curtin University Dean of Global Futures.
Professor Siracusa explains the AUKUS Agreement and the workforce opportunities it provides to Australia.
2023-05-29
Dr. Elizabeth Jackson is the Curtin University Supply Chain Expert.
Dr. Jackson discusses the recent G7 summit announcement regarding China’s dominance in the world’s supply chain.