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Research
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World's oldest axe found in WA's Kimberley
11 May 2016
UWA’s Associate Professor Jane Balme is part of an Australian archaeology team involved in the discovery of the world’s oldest-known edge-ground hafted axe from the Kimberley region of WA.
Taking back pain out of the equation for new mums
06 May 2016
In what could be good news for mums everywhere on Mother’s Day, a world-first study at UWA is looking at the link between female reproductive hormones and lower back injuries in women in a bid to resolve chronic back issues caused in pregnancy.
New look at crocodile eyes
05 May 2016
Researchers have discovered that the visual systems in crocodiles are more cleverly designed than previously thought, allowing them to quickly adapt to their environment and facilitating their ‘ambush’ hunting techniques and semi-aquatic lifestyles.
High tech mapping of ice sheet reveals new secrets
04 May 2016
An international leader in 3D geoscience from UWA is among a team of scientists using high-tech, ice-penetrating radar data to successfully map the architecture of the Greenland ice sheet.
Boost to science research
03 May 2016
The University of Western Australia has been awarded funding through round three of the State Government’s Merit Award program.
Unravelling WW1
22 April 2016
Extensive detail on the history of more than 1500 Subiaco soldiers who served in the First World War is being uncovered in a research study.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Love to hear percussion
06 May 2016
A free music workshop held at UWA’s School of Music in collaboration with Activ Foundation gave people living with a disability the opportunity to participate in a fun percussion exercise.
Work design researcher wins ARC Laureate
06 May 2016
Pioneering research on the changing nature of ‘work’ has resulted in an Australian Laureate Fellowship being awarded to Professor Sharon Parker from the UWA Business School.
Richest science prize awarded
05 May 2016
Twenty-one scientists at The University of Western Australia have been recognised for their part in the discovery of gravitational waves, and will receive a share of more than two million dollars in prize money.
Nobel Laureate leads Australia Week events in China
26 April 2016
Nobel Laureate and UWA Professor Barry Marshall has lead a number of prominent events in China during Austrade’s second Australia Week in China (AWIC) program.
Swan Valley Honey Fest, the place to bee this Sunday
26 April 2016
UWA's Centre of Integrative Bee Research (CIBER) is one of the main organisers behind the Honey Festival in the Swan Valley: a free, not-for-profit family event now in its fifth year.
Muslim artists showcased at LWAG
21 April 2016
A new art exhibition at The University of Western Australia’s Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery, will showcase nine Generation Y contemporary artists whose artwork reflects their experience growing up as a Muslim in Australia.
Indigenous Commitment
The University is committed to enrolling and graduating the highest quality students and recruiting, developing and retaining the highest quality staff.