Data Centres: Storm in a Digital Teacup?
The UWA Data Institute recently co-hosted Data Centres: Storm in a Digital Teacup? with the UWA Public Policy Institute, bringing together researchers, industry and policy perspectives to explore the rapidly growing demand for data centre infrastructure. The discussion considered data centres from a range of angles — from the infrastructure and energy systems required to […]
Research Bytes: Connecting data-driven research across UWA
The latest UWA Data Institute Research Bytes brought together three very different research stories, each demonstrating how data, computational approaches and emerging technologies are opening up new ways to tackle complex real-world problems. Dr Cornelia Hooper provided an insight into the world of plant science and genomics, showcasing the work her team is undertaking and […]
2026 Conference | Data Matters: Virtuous & the Vicious – Wrap Up & Photos
This year the UWA Data Institute celebrates its fifth anniversary. We are a leading hub for cross-disciplinary collaboration, connecting industry leaders to UWA researchers in data science, machine learning and AI across a wide variety of domains.
Associate Professor Ed Cripps Secures Major Linkage Grant for Offshore Energy Innovation
Congratulations to UWA Data Institute Research Committee Member Associate Professor Ed Cripps, who is part of a successful ARC Linkage Project set to strengthen the future of global clean energy infrastructure. Working alongside industry partners Aurora Offshore Engineering Pty Ltd, Nexans, and Jan De Nul, the project will develop advanced models to improve the reliability […]
Global Insights, Local Impact: Lucia Fraiese’s UK Research Journey
Fresh off winning UWA’s 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, PhD candidate Lucia Fraiese has returned from a highly productive research visit to the UK, an experience that has deeply enriched her doctoral work and expanded her future research horizons. Supported by the Sue Baker Convocation Postgraduate Research Travel Award and the Graduate Women WA […]
Professor Melissa Penny, UWA Data Institute Research Committee Member Leads Global Malaria Research Efforts Following AUD $7.3 Million Gates Foundation Investment
The global effort to eliminate malaria received a significant boost this week, with the Gates Foundation announcing more than AUD $7.3 million in new funding to support a groundbreaking collaboration between The Kids Research Institute Australia and The University of Western Australia. This investment directly supports the world-leading Global Disease Modelling team, led by Professor […]
Professor Jenny Rodger Contributes to the Bright Minds Behind the 2025 Australian & New Zealand Brain Bee Challenge
Showcasing neuroscience talent and strengthening the STEM pipeline across Australasia is strengthened by assistance from UWA Researcher, Professor Jenny Rodger. The Australian Brain Bee Challenge continues to be one of the region’s most inspiring gateways into neuroscience, inviting high school students to explore the mysteries of the brain, discover research pathways and gain a deeper […]
Edward Truong Takes First Place at 2025 WACRA EMCR Symposium
It’s a standout achievement for Edward, who won first place in the student category at the 2025 WACRA (Western Australian Cardiovascular Research Alliance) EMCR Symposium. This is an exceptional milestone in a highly competitive field. This success was made possible through the support of the 2024/25 Data Institute Summer Program Research Grants, whose investment continues […]
Record Numbers for Perth Girls Networking Program: Inspiring the Next Generation of Tech Creators
Perth GPN celebrated its biggest ever workshop, powered by community and aligned with UWA Data Institute’s mission to build a diverse, future-ready digital workforce. Perth Girls Programming Network (GPN) closed out 2025 with record-breaking energy, welcoming more than 170 students, tutors and helpers to The University of Western Australia for its largest workshop to date. […]