Mental health of young adults ‘most affected’ by COVID-19 restrictions
23 Aug 2021
Findings from UNSW research highlight different age groups urgently need targeted mental health responses.
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Mental health of young adults ‘most affected’ by COVID-19 restrictions
23 Aug 2021
Findings from UNSW research highlight different age groups urgently need targeted mental health responses.
How a scientist made sure the oceans weren’t forgotten
23 Aug 2021
In a UNSW Science Week event, Dr Ayana Elizabeth Johnson said the key to fighting the climate crisis is saving the oceans.
New UNSW institute to spearhead NSW government drive for RNA research
21 Aug 2021
The UNSW RNA Institute will position Australia as a leader in the global research effort to combat emerging vaccine-resistant viruses, such as COVID-19 variants.
Can isometric resistance training safely reduce high blood pressure?
20 Aug 2021
This very accessible and easy to perform intervention could have a strong effect on reducing blood pressure, say UNSW Sydney researchers.
Search for meaning of life fosters study of the brain
20 Aug 2021
National Science Week: meet neuroscientist Dr Asheeta Prasad, whose career has been shaped by childhood questions.
Professor Andrew Lynch is appointed new Dean of UNSW Law & Justice
19 Aug 2021
Professor Lynch says this appointment is an honour, especially in the faculty’s 50th anniversary year.
Vital Signs: 4.6 per cent unemployment rate hints at what’s possible, but it’s not the real thing
20 Aug 2021
The unemployment decline isn’t as impressive as it first appears, and wages growth remains sluggish.
BHP is selling its dirty oil and gas assets, but hold the applause
20 Aug 2021
BHP is banking profits from its failing assets, while washing its hands of the responsibility for its past and ongoing contribution to climate change.
We’re all exhausted but are you experiencing burnout? Here’s what to look out for
20 Aug 2021
Feeling exhausted, unable to concentrate and wanting to withdraw and disconnect from the world and those around you? You could be heading towards burnout.
If you’re going to mandate COVID vaccination at your workplace, here’s how to do it ethically
19 Aug 2021
Do you actually need compulsory vaccination at your workplace? And if you do, as a last resort, how do you make mandates fair?