Human-centred design is key to reducing distraction on roads
09 Aug 2021
Drivers, vehicle design and traffic signs: the three biggest causes of distractions on the road, says UNSW expert.
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Silver linings: a podium finish for UNSW students Tim Brand and Dylan Martin
Silver linings: a podium finish for UNSW students Tim Brand and Dylan Martin
09 Aug 2021
The Tokyo 2020 Olympics brought with it immense challenges, but the resilience of the athletes shone through.
We can’t rely solely on arbitrary vaccination levels to end lockdowns. Here are 7 ways to fix Sydney’s outbreak
We can’t rely solely on arbitrary vaccination levels to end lockdowns. Here are 7 ways to fix Sydney’s outbreak
09 Aug 2021
NSW needs to mandate masks outdoors, provide adequate financial support, set up a ‘ring of steel’, use rapid tests for essential workers, and ensure cases not in full isolation get to zero, among others.
What is the real impact of COVID-19 on our mental health?
What is the real impact of COVID-19 on our mental health?
09 Aug 2021
A new research review suggests people’s psychological immune system is strong enough to overcome the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Think our unis are all much the same? Look more closely and you will find diversity
Think our unis are all much the same? Look more closely and you will find diversity
06 Aug 2021
The sameness of the way in which universities present themselves is based on a shared view of what they think stakeholders want. Behind the official facade it’s more like ‘organised anarchy’.
Need to change careers? This AI tool can help
Need to change careers? This AI tool can help
05 Aug 2021
Researchers at UTS and UNSW Sydney have developed a machine learning-based method that can identify and recommend jobs to workers looking for a new role.
How AI can help choose your next career and stay ahead of automation
How AI can help choose your next career and stay ahead of automation
06 Aug 2021
Automation is set to put a lot of people out of work – but machine learning could help them find their next career.
Australian mathematician reveals world's oldest example of applied geometry
Australian mathematician reveals world’s oldest example of applied geometry
05 Aug 2021
A UNSW scientist has revealed that an ancient clay tablet could be the oldest and most complete example of applied geometry, showing that ancient mathematics was more advanced than previously thought.
The waste product which could help mitigate climate change
The waste product which could help mitigate climate change
04 Aug 2021
Biochar can boost crop yields in poor soils and help stop the effects of climate change, study finds. So why aren’t we using it more?
Poor protections make buying alcohol online easy for minors
Poor protections make buying alcohol online easy for minors
04 Aug 2021
The regulation of online alcohol sales worldwide does not meet the same standard as walk-in bottle shops.