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Research Streams

Three research programs contribute to the overall theme of thriving in a digital age. 

Our streams

Stream 1: Transforming Work
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Stream 2: Human System Integration
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Stream 3: Optimising Employee Experience
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STREAM 1

Transforming Work

In every industry, better quality work means better health and productivity. Yet modern work abounds with stories of burnout, insecurity, and isolation. 
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This theme focuses on designing work so people are more effective, healthier and safer. 

STREAM 1 PROJECTS AND RESOURCES

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Thrive at Work

Many organisations struggle to support workers experiencing mental ill-health, and to prevent harm from work-related psychosocial risks. Our evidence-based tools and resources are designed to helps organisations measure, consult, assess, and prioritise their workers’ mental health. 

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Improving work for mature workers (CEPAR)

Population ageing is accelerating, with the number of people aged over 65 expected to triple in the next 25 years. As a result, it is a financial imperative that people stay in work longer. 

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The Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Program

Conducting high profile industry-level intervention projects across the mining sector.

STREAM 2

Human System Integration

New networks of people and technology are creating exciting possibilities in every industry. 

This theme focuses on supporting innovations in remote and automated work for safety-critical industries, such as health, defence, resources and emergency services. 
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STREAM 2 PROJECTS AND RESOURCES

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Defense Workforce Planning

Our researchers are helping to understand the skills and personnel requirements for future defence systems. With new technology changing how and when skills are applied, workforce planning must adapt to ensure readiness. 

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Future Capability Lab

Our new, highly interactive facility in the heart of Perth serves as a hub for studying, developing and implementing innovative approaches to work. 

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STREAM 3

Optimising Employee Experience

The onus for employers to create positive meaningful experiences for their workers, from the beginning to end of their journeys, has never been greater. 
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This theme focuses on understanding the recruitment, motivation, compensation, and skills required in new and evolving work structures. 
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Extensive collaborations with organisations, industries, and government

Contact us

Future of Work Institute

Curtin Graduate School of Business 

78 Murray Street

Perth WA 6000


phone: +61 8 9266 4668

email: fowi@curtin.edu.au

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The Future of Work at Curtin University acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the First Peoples of this place we call Australia. We are committed to working in partnership with all Custodians and Owners to strengthen and embed First Nations' voices and perspectives in our decision-making, now and into the future. View our Indigenous commitment.

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