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Our strategy sets out our priorities that will guide us over the next 10 years. It reflects not only our collective ambition for the Faculty but also the enduring spirit of UNSW – a place where our education, research and global engagement come together to drive positive societal impact.

Research and impact

UNSW Medicine & Health is world renowned for its research and impact addressing issues of health disparities and improving lives through our key research themes of Cancer; Infectious Disease, Immunity & Inflammation; Neuroscience, Mental Health & Addiction; Cardiac, Vascular & Metabolic Medicine and Health Systems.

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Our culture

UNSW Medicine & Health is creating an inclusive culture where people work together to change lives. We’re committed to supporting the growth of everyone in our community: our students, staff, alumni, and partners. We strive to build an inclusive culture of lifelong learning and engagement through cultural safety.

UNSW biomedical researchers awarded $16m Snow Medical fellowships

Dr Deborah Burnett is working to improve vaccine safety, while Dr Ira Deveson uses new genomic technologies to better diagnose genetic diseases.

Mar 31, 2026

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UNSW experts available to speak on the Iran conflict and its global impacts

The far-reaching ripples of the Iran conflict are still unfolding – these UNSW experts can help decode how they could play out.

Mar 31, 2026

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Vaping likely to cause cancer: new findings

A comprehensive review led by cancer researchers at UNSW found vaping is likely to cause lung and oral cancer – even before long-term studies can confirm the exact risk.

Mar 31, 2026

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