A new roadmap to save Australia's seagrasses
New ECU research has mapped risks to Australian seagrass meadows that underscore and assist in the crucial task of conservation.
Students' work-ready skills top in Australia
ECU is ranked Australia's best public university for undergraduate skills development in the latest QILT survey, acknowledging our focus on teaching critical thinking skills, complex problem solving and work readiness.
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ECU City is taking shape
The state-of-the-art ECU City is set to reshape the heart of the CBD. Perth's first comprehensive city-based university campus will be a dynamic landmark and an incredible place to learn, work and enjoy when it opens in late 2025.
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Changing the future of plastic recycling
New research from ECU Associate Professor Amir Razmjou is developing a new generation of membranes from recycled PVC that will allow the processing of wastewater, minerals, and even lithium.
How a quick scan can detect dementia risk
New research from ECU shows that common bone density scans can also reveal plaque build-up in the abdominal aorta - which researchers have found is a reliable marker for developing dementia.
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ECU alumni leaders of award winning primary schools
Two primary schools led by ECU alumni have been named winners in the 2024 WA Education Awards.
Investiture of ECU's sixth Chancellor Ms Gaye McMath
The Honorable Chris Dawson, Governor of Western Australia, has presided over the formal investiture of ECU's sixth Chancellor, Ms Gaye McMath at a special ceremony through Joondalup campus.
New insights on creating communities to enrich the lives of older people at the 2024 Age Friendly National Conference
Researchers from Edith Cowan University's (ECU's) Social Ageing (SAGE) Futures Lab will present their latest findings and lead innovative workshops at the 2024 Age Friendly Australia National Conference at Crown Hotel, Perth.
Showcasing MARS Centre success
Edith Cowan University's (ECU) Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Centre has hosted its first research showcase in Perth, presenting a range of projects to create a mentally healthy workplace, build a culture of safety and respect, and to prepare for workplace safety within the mining industry.
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