Bad batches of bipolar and epilepsy drug are being distributed in Australia
30 Nov 2022
Two patients experienced side effects after taking a generic batch of lamotrigine that was compromised.
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Beyond Black Friday: how much waste ends up in landfill?
Beyond Black Friday: how much waste ends up in landfill?
29 Nov 2022
While bargain sales pump out assets destined for the dump, emerging recycling technologies offer sustainable solutions to landfills.
Bowling clubs are disappearing, leaving a void in communities
Bowling clubs are disappearing, leaving a void in communities
29 Nov 2022
The humble ‘bowlo’, as it’s affectionately known, might not be what it was at its peak, but it remains central to civic life.
Liquid biopsy – the next step in cancer detection and monitoring
Liquid biopsy – the next step in cancer detection and monitoring
29 Nov 2022
Researchers at UNSW Sydney are developing safer, less invasive approaches to biopsy tumours.
Article on domestic violence policing of First Nations women wins criminology award
Article on domestic violence policing of First Nations women wins criminology award
28 Nov 2022
Criminology and law researcher Emma Buxton-Namisnyk’s study of domestic violence policing of First Nations women in Australia has been recognised with an Early Career Research Award.
An AI named Cicero can beat humans in Diplomacy, a complex alliance-building game. Here's why that's a big deal
An AI named Cicero can beat humans in Diplomacy, a complex alliance-building game. Here’s why that’s a big deal
28 Nov 2022
The AI leans on a particular tactic for its success. If you knew what it was, beating it would get drastically easier.
Cities, just not as we know them: get ready for NSW's Six Cities Region
Cities, just not as we know them: get ready for NSW’s Six Cities Region
28 Nov 2022
A planning strategy for Australia’s first multi-city region, home to nearly one in four Australians, is being developed. So what’s the thinking behind creating an integrated network of six cities?
Do tenancy reforms to protect renters cause landlords to exit the market? No, but maybe they should
Do tenancy reforms to protect renters cause landlords to exit the market? No, but maybe they should
28 Nov 2022
It’s often claimed that reforming tenancy laws to better protect tenants will drive landlords out of the market, leading to fewer rental properties. A new study finds no evidence to support the claim.
UNSW receives more than $17m for 41 ARC Discovery Projects
UNSW receives more than $17m for 41 ARC Discovery Projects
25 Nov 2022
The new round of grants will support research in science, engineering, medicine, business, arts, and built environment.
UNSW academic elected to Australian Academy of the Humanities
UNSW academic elected to Australian Academy of the Humanities
25 Nov 2022
A UNSW Sydney professor has been recognised for her outstanding contribution to the humanities.