University News

Volume 2 - Edition 2

Stem cell discovery: another reason why breast is best

Thursday, 17 January 2008

New scientific research has found another compelling reason for women to breastfeed their babies – the discovery of stem cells in human breast milk.

Editorial

Thursday, 17 January 2008

The Faculty of Life and Physical Sciences has been celebrating since the last issue of Science Matters with the opening of two new research centres.

Recognition for top students

Thursday, 17 January 2008

On the 23rd of May Faculty staff gathered in the foyer of the MCS Building in May to celebrate the achievements of our undergraduate students in the annual Faculty Prize Giving Ceremony.

Fantastic four pursue areas of scientific interest

Thursday, 17 January 2008

Four bright young students are being nurtured as research scientists under the guiding eye of Professor George Stewart.

Great thinker’s designs underfoot

Thursday, 17 January 2008

Art meets science in anatomy workshop

Thursday, 17 January 2008

Susan Hayes, a doctoral student with the School of Anatomy and Human Biology, ran a two day public workshop in April at the WA Museum called Art, Anatomy and the Skull.

Fabulous fibres attract big crowds

Thursday, 17 January 2008

One of the most exciting public events of the year was the Beyond Fibres exhibition hosted by the Faculty in March.

Mastering Science Speak

Thursday, 17 January 2008

Good communicators make good teachers. So it makes good sense for UWA’s Science Communication program to be tailored for prospective students.

Beyond the Boom

Thursday, 17 January 2008

Western Australia is enjoying an unprecedented economic boom built on huge Chinese demand for iron ore and gas.

Delta Campus opening heralds new era

Thursday, 17 January 2008

Members of the Faculty and the wider University community gathered in May for a special ceremony in Singapore to celebrate the launch of PSB Academy’s new branding identity and the formal opening