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Bubble problem solved: linking porous electrode design to green hydrogen production

UNSW researchers use precise 3D imaging to reveal how trapped bubbles affect the efficacy of electrolysers in the production of green hydrogen.

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From UNSW lab to global impact: UNSW spinout receives $US1.4m

OxyLo, a spinout company co-founded by UNSW Science Professor Kristopher Kilian and former UNSW Postdoctoral Researcher Dr Tom Molley, has received $US1.4m for their novel approach to treating cancer.

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Bubble problem solved: linking porous electrode design to green hydrogen production

UNSW researchers use precise 3D imaging to reveal how trapped bubbles affect the efficacy of electrolysers in the production of green hydrogen.

Jun 11, 2026
Engineering School of Civil and Environmental Engineering School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering School of Chemistry Research Division of Equity Diversity & Inclusion SDG SDG9 Science & Tech Networks and partnerships

Congratulations to our 2025 Chemistry Prize Winners

Feb 26, 2026
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‘Blood cobalt’ is disappearing from batteries – and cheaper, cleaner batteries are arriving

Big batteries used in electric vehicles and grid storage have long relied on metals with tarnished supply chains. But this is changing.

Feb 20, 2026
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From UNSW lab to global impact: UNSW spinout receives $US1.4m

OxyLo, a spinout company co-founded by UNSW Science Professor Kristopher Kilian and former UNSW Postdoctoral Researcher Dr Tom Molley, has received $US1.4m for their novel approach to treating cancer.

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Chemistry

Study the world from the ground up with chemistry – from the sub-atomic, atomic and molecular to the spectacular. Whether you're looking to dive deep into quantum chemistry or have a passion for synthesising new products, the opportunities in chemistry are vast.
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Medicinal chemistry

Medicinal chemistry involves the development of new pharmaceutical agents, from concept to clinic. It's an exciting, rapidly-expanding area within the broad discipline of chemistry that has seen enormous growth recently both within Australia and globally.
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Research & impact

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Our research

The School of Chemistry at UNSW is recognised nationally and internationally, for producing world-class fundamental and applied research in the field of chemical sciences to address real-world challenges.
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Research groups

Find out why our chemistry research groups are renowned locally and internationally for their research. Learn more about our research groups.
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Research centres

Our research centres are internationally recognised for their multidisciplinary approach that brings together expertise from a range of fields. We're committed to solving some of the biggest, most challenging problems facing the world.

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