Research areas
UNSW is one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities. Research conducted at UNSW Science covers an array of areas, from predicting climate change to treating human disease.
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Research impact
UNSW Sydney is committed to research excellence and is renowned for success in discovery-driven and problem-oriented research. Through creative collaborations with leading global research institutes, government, industry and end users, our scientists aim to create knowledge for the benefit of the planet. We’re developing innovative solutions to the world’s most daunting challenges!
Our research impacts
Environmental sciences
UNSW scientists are dedicated to discovering and understanding how our planet works as a system, how ecosystems and species are formed and evolve, and how human behaviour affects the planet.
Health sciences
Our researchers are exploring the complexity of human biology and behaviour to mitigate disease, improve human health and increase social harmony.
Materials sciences
We're shaping the future in research, business, government and industry, developing new materials, instruments and systems that will contribute to industry and improve conditions for many people on the planet.
Fundamental sciences
Our fundamental science researchers use an interdisciplinary mix of scientific fundamentals to deliver a range of practical and theoretical solutions for management of disease, overcoming environmental problems and innovating our understanding of the universe.