Think storms are getting worse? Rapid rain bursts in Sydney are 40% more intense in last 2 decades
11 Nov 2022
The growing threat of flash flooding as a result of more intense rapid rain bursts means the city needs to update its flood defences.
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Can Australians separate sports and gambling?
Can Australians separate sports and gambling?
10 Nov 2022
We have to get to the heart of our culture’s obsession with sports gambling before we can see change, says UNSW media and advertising expert.
UNSW Alumni Awards celebrate 50 years of tremendous achievements
UNSW Alumni Awards celebrate 50 years of tremendous achievements
10 Nov 2022
The Chair of the Board of Directors at Tesla, a human rights lawyer, and an advocate of women in defence and STEM are some of the UNSW graduates recognised in the 50th annual UNSW Alumni Awards.
Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia honours six UNSW academics
Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia honours six UNSW academics
10 Nov 2022
The new 2022 Fellows have been elected in recognition of their excellence in the social sciences.
Tensions and war undermine climate cooperation – but there's a silver lining
Tensions and war undermine climate cooperation – but there’s a silver lining
10 Nov 2022
This year’s climate talks have been overshadowed by rising international tensions, energy crises and war. But that doesn’t mean climate action is dead.
Living with a phobia? One longer session of exposure therapy could help
Living with a phobia? One longer session of exposure therapy could help
08 Nov 2022
Phobias are when fears become excessive and interrupt daily life. A new review shows one longer session of exposure is as effective and more time-efficient than shorter sessions.
Australian port reform has failed miserably: here's how to fix it
Australian port reform has failed miserably: here’s how to fix it
08 Nov 2022
Australians are being left in the lurch with a higher cost of goods at the checkout after the failed privatisation of Australia’s major container ports increased supply chain costs, says a UNSW Business School expert.
Climate change is causing African wild dogs to give birth later – threatening their survival
Climate change is causing African wild dogs to give birth later – threatening their survival
08 Nov 2022
The naturally best breeding window for these endangered animals is shortening, prompting a unique change in behaviour.
What happens to the economy if you can't pay your home loan?
What happens to the economy if you can’t pay your home loan?
07 Nov 2022
Australia is seeing mortgage stress and other cost-of-living pressures rise, but we can avoid the financial impact being felt in the UK and US, says a UNSW Business School real estate expert.
Novel protein helps to regulate cholesterol production
Novel protein helps to regulate cholesterol production
07 Nov 2022
A study in cell lines shows a previously under-characterised protein in humans supports cholesterol synthesis.