University of Western Australia

Researchers have developed a tool to measure how long people suffering from obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) have been affected by the condition before being diagnosed.“Our team developed the first algorithm to estimate the years a person…

Western Australian researchers have contributed to an international study which has identified the first genetic marker for multiple sclerosis (MS) severity.“Identifying this genetic variant associated with MS severity is an important…

Professor Jacqueline Batley, an internationally recognised plant researcher, has been awarded an Australian Laureate Fellowship for a research project that aims to revolutionise understanding of disease resistance genes in the plant…

A special talk by celebrated Indigenous artist Sandra Hill and a lullaby workshop will be hosted by The University of Western Australia’s Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery as part of 2023 NAIDOC Week Celebrations.This year’s NAIDOC Week, which…

A new study by The University of Western Australia has shown a knowledge gap in general practitioners’ weight loss advice.Weight-related issues are becoming a growing global concern and the study aimed to explore the knowledge, attitudes,…

Researchers at The University of Western Australia have been awarded $3.34 million to explore the impact of heatwaves on health during pregnancy.“Through addressing these unknowns, we can enable prevention of adverse effects of heat in…

The creator of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research, which was one of the major reasons Australia was chosen to host half the world’s largest radio telescope array, has been named a finalist in the prestigious Australian…

The University of Western Australia’s Einstein-First project is introducing children to climate science and how to create renewable energy.Project leader Emeritus Professor David Blair said as the world switched to renewable energy and…

Hedland Senior High School graduate Karla Ivkovic has returned to her alma mater hoping to encourage a new generation of students to pursue higher education and dream big when it comes to careers in science and engineering.“Our ongoing…

A chance meeting between two researchers on the Rottnest ferry in 2020 inspired a unique outdoor teaching course that has won a prestigious international grant."If you are going to take the time and trouble to arrange an excursion for a…