UNSW continues to climb the 2021 Nature Index
25 May 2021
The 2021 Nature Index lists the University as 76th out of the world’s top academic institutions, up 10 places from 86th in 2020.
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Two new UNSW Fellows of Australian Academy of Science
Two new UNSW Fellows of Australian Academy of Science
25 May 2021
Two UNSW Sydney professors have been recognised among the nation’s most distinguished scientists.
Endangered wallaby population bounces back after ferals fenced out
Endangered wallaby population bounces back after ferals fenced out
25 May 2021
UNSW scientists have used a new conservation strategy to give the bridled nailtail wallaby a head start in life.
Australian alpine plants face bleak future from rapid climate change
Australian alpine plants face bleak future from rapid climate change
24 May 2021
Some native plants do not appear to be adapting to warming conditions.
Israel and the Palestinians celebrate a ceasefire — but will anything change?
Israel and the Palestinians celebrate a ceasefire — but will anything change?
24 May 2021
There seems to be no interest in reviving a peace process that has been effectively moribund since the Clinton administration in the late 1990s.
Slaves to speed, we'd all benefit from 'slow cities'
Slaves to speed, we’d all benefit from ‘slow cities’
24 May 2021
Cities around the world are reducing traffic speeds and improving access to local services and activities by public transport, cycling and walking. They are now reaping the many ‘slow city’ benefits.
Landmark book answers all your questions about the Uluru Statement
Landmark book answers all your questions about the Uluru Statement
24 May 2021
Top constitutional lawyers tell you all you need to know about the Uluru Statement from the Heart and constitutional reform.
Busted: 5 myths about 30km/h speed limits in Australia
Busted: 5 myths about 30km/h speed limits in Australia
24 May 2021
The push for 30km/h speed limits is not about revenue-raising or anti-cars. Even a seemingly small decrease from 40km/h to 30km/h makes a huge difference to the safety and liveability of local streets.
Vital Signs: wages growth desultory, unemployment stunning
Vital Signs: wages growth desultory, unemployment stunning
21 May 2021
Australia’s official unemployment rate falling to 5.5% is enough to make a treasurer dance. But we shouldn’t get too carried away.
Study identifies genetic signatures associated with bipolar disorder
Study identifies genetic signatures associated with bipolar disorder
21 May 2021
The world’s largest bipolar genomics study will help to better diagnose and treat people who are likely to develop the condition.