Climate, conflict, collapse: how drought destabilised the last major precolonial Mayan city
20 Jul 2022
A change in climate may have triggered the decline and collapse of the Mayan city of Mayapán in the 15th century.
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Giving out flowers on TikTok: is this a 'random act of kindness' or just benevolent ageism?
Giving out flowers on TikTok: is this a ‘random act of kindness’ or just benevolent ageism?
20 Jul 2022
When Maree was given flowers by a TikTok influencer, she felt ‘de-humanised’ and reduced to her age. Here is how benevolent ageism shows up in our society.
Australia’s most important report on the environment’s deteriorating health presents grim findings
Australia’s most important report on the environment’s deteriorating health presents grim findings
19 Jul 2022
Three chief authors of the State of the Environment Report provide its key findings. While it’s a sobering read, there are a few bright spots.
Aboriginal language could help solve complex AI problems
Aboriginal language could help solve complex AI problems
19 Jul 2022
Jingulu – a language spoken by the Jingili people in the Northern Territory – has characteristics that allow it to be easily translated into AI commands.
How can private insurance help fund Australia's aged care?
How can private insurance help fund Australia’s aged care?
19 Jul 2022
Private insurance to fund aged care services could deliver the higher quality care Australians are demanding, but there are potential drawbacks.
Six things you need to know about 6G
Six things you need to know about 6G
19 Jul 2022
The next generation of wireless communication is already being developed… and is set to revolutionise the world around us.
U311 Cherkasy, the little minesweeper of a Ukrainian film that gave the finger to the Russian Navy
U311 Cherkasy, the little minesweeper of a Ukrainian film that gave the finger to the Russian Navy
18 Jul 2022
U311 Cherkasy was the first Ukrainian film about the annexation of Crimea, and played an important role in shaping the national identity.
Help for our kelp: the global movement to restore our underwater forests
Help for our kelp: the global movement to restore our underwater forests
18 Jul 2022
Marine ecologists from UNSW Sydney have pieced together the untold history of kelp forest management around the world. The findings will help us understand how we can bring this vital ecosystem back from the brink.
Mask mandates – will we only act on public health advice if someone makes us?
Mask mandates – will we only act on public health advice if someone makes us?
18 Jul 2022
If our immunity from COVID vaccines is waning, then wearing a mask to prevent infection is even more valuable. But not many people seem to be thinking that way when they’re out and about.
Federal Education Minister returns to his old stomping ground
Federal Education Minister returns to his old stomping ground
18 Jul 2022
Hon. Jason Clare, MP, met with UNSW leaders, researchers, and students during a visit to campus