Thousands of native plants are unphotographed, and citizen scientists can help fill the gaps
14 Mar 2023
New research finds almost 4000 Australian plant species have not been photographed before in the wild, which may lead to their extinction.
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Exposing tumours to bacteria converts immune cells to cancer killers
Exposing tumours to bacteria converts immune cells to cancer killers
14 Mar 2023
New research on inflammation could lead to better treatments to improve outcomes for people with advanced or previously untreatable cancers.
Prisons weakest link in the fight against blood borne viruses in Australia
Prisons weakest link in the fight against blood borne viruses in Australia
14 Mar 2023
Harm reduction programs in prisons will be key to achieving public health goals, says UNSW and sector experts.
Why did Silicon Valley Bank fail?
Why did Silicon Valley Bank fail?
13 Mar 2023
Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has collapsed. How did this happen – and what can we expect next?
All aboard! Should public transport be free for everyone?
All aboard! Should public transport be free for everyone?
13 Mar 2023
More cities worldwide are experimenting with zero-fare public transport.
Quantum engineers have designed a new tool to probe nature with extreme sensitivity
Quantum engineers have designed a new tool to probe nature with extreme sensitivity
13 Mar 2023
This new spin measuring device could help scientists – particularly in chemistry and biology – understand the structure and purpose of materials better.
Penguin paradise and geological freak: why Macquarie Island deserves a bigger marine park
Penguin paradise and geological freak: why Macquarie Island deserves a bigger marine park
10 Mar 2023
Macquarie Island is a globally unique home to dozens of bird and marine mammal species, hence the government’s plans to give it greater protection.
Nuclear submarines and Defence Strategic Review: UNSW experts available
Nuclear submarines and Defence Strategic Review: UNSW experts available
10 Mar 2023
UNSW Canberra has experts available to analyse the federal government’s decisions about nuclear-powered submarines, and other Defence decisions, including responses to the Defence Strategic Review.
$5M philanthropic gift to the Kirby Institute from The Glendonbrook Foundation
$5M philanthropic gift to the Kirby Institute from The Glendonbrook Foundation
10 Mar 2023
The major gift will support prevention research for one of Australia’s most neglected cancers.
Unlocking hope for people with kidney disease
Unlocking hope for people with kidney disease
09 Mar 2023
For the first time, we have the tools to greatly reduce kidney disease. How can we make sure they get to those who need them?