Despair and hope, anger and optimism: The National 2021 highlights care in Australian art
31 Mar 2021
This third, and possibly final, biennial shows artists are deeply embedded in the politics of today.
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NHMRC funding of $1.2m enables researchers to continue to refine Australia's HIV response
NHMRC funding of $1.2m enables researchers to continue to refine Australia’s HIV response
30 Mar 2021
UNSW Sydney’s longstanding partnership with state health departments and community HIV organisations will be extended to engage a broader range of people affected by HIV.
Mystery of photosynthetic algae evolution finally solved
Mystery of photosynthetic algae evolution finally solved
30 Mar 2021
Scientists have identified the protein that was the missing evolutionary link between two ancient algae species – red algae and cryptophytes.
Politicians need expert help to change culture of sexual violence, not yet another review
Politicians need expert help to change culture of sexual violence, not yet another review
30 Mar 2021
Universities are a step ahead in having adopted a number of practical changes, but it’s clear transformative cultural change in our institutions requires all the expertise they can muster.
Andrew Laming: why empathy training is unlikely to work
Andrew Laming: why empathy training is unlikely to work
30 Mar 2021
Scott Morrison and Michael McCormack have both called for empathy training for MPs. But it has all the hallmarks of a human resources fad.
Reef degradation leaves Australian coast vulnerable to tsunami damage
Reef degradation leaves Australian coast vulnerable to tsunami damage
30 Mar 2021
Healthy coral proven to reduce the impact of tsunami waves in Great Barrier Reef region.
For many military veterans, leaving the force is the biggest battle
For many military veterans, leaving the force is the biggest battle
29 Mar 2021
Even healthy, well-adjusted veterans struggle with the transition from military to civilian life.
History repeating: the surprising link between toxic masculinity and Australia's convict past
History repeating: the surprising link between toxic masculinity and Australia’s convict past
29 Mar 2021
Research from a unique natural experiment shows how strict ideas about masculinity can emerge when men vastly outnumber women.
How will climate change affect hailstorms?
How will climate change affect hailstorms?
29 Mar 2021
Expected effects of climate change on hailstorms vary markedly by region, says a new international review involving UNSW.
Cool water fish floundering as tropical fish invade temperate reefs
Cool water fish floundering as tropical fish invade temperate reefs
29 Mar 2021
Warming waters are leading to the ‘tropicalisation’ of temperate reefs: gone are the kelp forests, and local fish populations are responding unexpectedly.