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Research
Discover some of the ground-breaking research and innovation happening at UWA.
Research to help fight multi-drug resistant bacteria
15 February 2017
Researchers have uncovered the three-dimensional molecular structure of a protein, called EptA, which is responsible for multi-drug resistance in many disease-causing bacteria
Unique movements of cholesterol discovered
13 February 2017
An international team of researchers has developed a new way of visualising the distribution of cholesterol in cells and tissues.
Research to help students in remission from cancer
10 February 2017
Research from The University of Western Australia has found more needs to be done to help teachers support students returning to school after cancer treatment.
Study shows long term implications of amphetamine use
10 February 2017
Research carried out by scientists from The University of Western Australia has shown the detrimental effects of long-term amphetamine use on the vascular system.
Bees give up searching for food when we degrade their land
09 February 2017
A new study into honey bees has revealed the significant effect human impact has on a bee’s metabolism, and ultimately its survival.
Teaching plants to be better spenders
08 February 2017
Energy is an all-important currency for plants, and scientists from The University of Western Australia have now calculated the cost of one of their biggest expenses. The knowledge could be a key to creating more energy efficient crops.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Minor planet named Bernard
17 February 2017
A minor planet in the Solar System will officially be known as Bernardbowen from today after Australian citizen science project theSkyNet won a competition to name the celestial body.
Microscope-in-a-needle licensed for commercialisation
14 February 2017
UWA’s award winning invention, a miniaturised optical imaging probe known as the microscope-in-a-needle, has been licensed to Miniprobes Pty Ltd. so it can be developed and commercialised for use by surgeons.
Perth International Arts Festival opens
10 February 2017
The Perth International Arts Festival invites you to celebrate a world-class program of art without borders. The adventure begins on Friday 10 February 2017 when Kings Park is gloriously transformed into a luminous showcase of dazzling imagery and sound in a spectacular start to PIAF 2017.
Recognition for UWA gravitational waves team
03 February 2017
Twenty-one scientists at The University of Western Australia have received Breakthrough Prize medals to recognise their part in one of the century’s most important science discoveries.
Awards and achievements in December and January
31 January 2017
The University congratulates staff, students and University affiliates for their wonderful achievements in December 2016 and January 2017.
Three new exhibitions open at UWA
31 January 2017
The Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery at The University of Western Australia will be opening three new exciting exhibitions on Saturday 11 February 2017.
Indigenous commitment
The University is committed to enrolling and graduating the highest quality students and recruiting, developing and retaining the highest quality staff.