Creating impact

Collaborations with UNSW Science spark change and innovation. From the vibrant fisheries that transform PNG communities, to crafting eco-friendly ceramics at cutting-edge micro-recycling factories in Nowra NSW, to developing AI-enhanced precision medicine for all, our impact reaches far and wide

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Partnerships for a brighter tomorrow

Collaborations drive future of discovery beyond the stars

A/Professor Sarah Martell is part of an international team designing the next generation of observatory instruments to probe the universe

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Reaching sustainability targets through citizen science

Dr Jordan Gacutan and Bella Charlesworth partner with the Tangaroa Blue Foundation to tackle plastic pollution

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Unchartered hazards

UNSW Masters student Daniel Brocklebank works closely with Australian multinational Orica to examine the dangers of transporting explosives in a net zero world 

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Nurturing mental health and wellbeing for resilient futures

A/Professor Justine Gatt develops apps in partnership with NeuRA to help individuals build mental wellbeing

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Sustainable ocean futures hooked on data

Professor Moninya Roughan leads a highly collaborative project that crowdsources critical data from under-explored parts of the ocean to inform fisheries as well as the oceans sciences

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Working with schools for effective behaviour therapy

Clinical psychologist Professor Eva Kimonis co-developed an early intervention program with caregivers in schools, to improve dysfunctional student behaviour

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A brighter future for drug-exposed babies

Neuroscientist Associate Professor Kelly Clemens partners with local hospitals to improve the lives of opioid-affected newborns

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Decarbonising flight

UNSW's hydrogen fuel cells team, led by Dr Quentin Meyer and Professor Chuan Zhao, are powering the aviation industry towards net zero

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Gaining a competitive advantage through data

From surfing to motorsports, the UNSW Data Science Hub (uDASH) is changing the field of play by partnering data science, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning with sporting organisations

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Accurately tracking greenhouse gas emissions

Professor Bryce Kelly informs government and industry on measuring their net zero progress, reducing corporate carbon liabilities through gas inventory verification

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Exposing the top danger to beachgoers

Professor Rob Brander's long-standing partnership with Surf Lifesaving Australia saves lives by revealing the hidden power of rips

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Improving quad-bike safety

Emeritus Professor Raphael Grzebieta has spent years working with goverment and manufacturers to introduce better protections for quad-bike riders, preventing injury and death

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Improving health with the help of AI

A/Professor Fatemeh Vafaee leads a research and development team building an advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform to fast-track the discovery and development of new drug combinations

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Healing hidden worlds for a brighter tomorrow

Professor Adrianna Vergés works on re-balancing the seascapes of Sydney’s waters for future ecological and socio-economic success

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Following the world’s ocean currents from space

A/Professor Shane Keating is part of SWOT – an international space mission that keeps an eye on Earth’s waters, so communities and industries can monitor and plan for tomorrow

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Mitigating disease through proactive health care

Drop Bio Health is a UNSW Science co-location partnership transforming the field of personal and preventative health – in the home

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Assessing dementia risk from home

Professor Kaarin Anstey led the development of CogDrisk – an online 20-minute assessment for dementia risk that can help individuals and healthcare professionals take early action

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New hope for mobility after injury

Professor Sylvia Gustin leads Project Avatar, which aims to restore sensation after a complete spinal cord injury, giving hope to up to half of patients

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Pioneering a quantum future

Professor Michelle Simmon's discoveries in the field of atomic electronics are leading an international race to develop the world’s first error-corrected quantum computer in silicon

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From extinction to flourishing

In partnership with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, ecologists Dr Bec West and Dr Reece Pedler work on the ground with the Wild Deserts initiative, which aims to restore Sturt National Park’s desert ecosystem

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Lifting lives and livelihoods in PNG

Professor Jes Sammut addresses the protein shortage in Papua New Guinea (PNG) by implementing sustainable fish farming —but the positive effects go well beyond improving diets

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Re-thinking waste

Scientia Professor Veena Sahajwalla is a pioneer of sustainable recycling and manufacturing methods that transform waste into practical, high-performing and high-value products

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Alumni career stories

Learn about the rewarding careers of our alumni across the globe and their impact, breakthroughs and accomplishments in their communities and industries. 

Research impact

From environmental to materials, health and fundamental sciences, explore our research impact case studies at UNSW Science. 

Partnership stories

Watch our short case study videos to learn more about our ongoing collaborations with partners and industries.