COVID-19 research projects receive funding boost
03 Jun 2020
UNSW Sydney researchers have received funding from the Australian Government for COVID-19 projects, including the development of new antibody drugs and to repurpose medications.
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Matt Canavan says Australia doesn't subsidise the fossil fuel industry, an expert says it does
Matt Canavan says Australia doesn’t subsidise the fossil fuel industry, an expert says it does
03 Jun 2020
Contrary to the Morrison government’s claims, it does prop up the fossil fuel industry. But the money doesn’t create many jobs or much profit.
Australia tops coronavirus consumer panic
Australia tops coronavirus consumer panic
03 Jun 2020
New research released by UNSW Sydney on COVID-19 consumer panic shopping has shown that Australian consumers top the globe in panic buying habits – in speed and scale.
Science communication in the age of COVID-19
Science communication in the age of COVID-19
03 Jun 2020
Myths and conspiracies surround COVID-19 – so, how can scientists cut through the misinformation? A UNSW Sydney medical scientist explains.
COVID-19: by how much do social distancing and masks reduce the risk?
COVID-19: by how much do social distancing and masks reduce the risk?
02 Jun 2020
A UNSW biosecurity expert has featured in a commentary piece in prestigious journal The Lancet, analysing important new WHO-commissioned research.
COVID-19 places spotlight on dying alone
COVID-19 places spotlight on dying alone
02 Jun 2020
The relational, spiritual, cultural and social needs at the end of life among aged care residents require much greater attention and resourcing, according to UNSW experts.
Coronavirus mental health crisis: 5 ways leaders can help
Coronavirus mental health crisis: 5 ways leaders can help
02 Jun 2020
There are five ways business leaders can help those struggling with mental health through the coronavirus pandemic, according to UNSW Business School experts.
Turn off the porch light: 6 easy ways to stop light pollution from harming our wildlife
Turn off the porch light: 6 easy ways to stop light pollution from harming our wildlife
02 Jun 2020
We have transformed the night-time environment in a very short time, relative to evolutionary timescales. Most wildlife hasn’t had time to adjust.
Genetic screening study begins national roll-out
Genetic screening study begins national roll-out
02 Jun 2020
The Mackenzie’s Mission study has commenced recruitment of thousands of couples to determine their likelihood of having a child with a severe genetic condition.
The young alumni taking the legal profession by storm
The young alumni taking the legal profession by storm
01 Jun 2020
UNSW Law alumni are amongst the young guns of the legal profession recognised at annual industry awards.