School of Chemistry

Southern pole of the Moon

The historic mission to locate frozen water on the Moon could eventually lead to a permanent lunar base for astronauts.  

Prof. Zhao's lab - hydrogen fuel cell efficiency

Understanding why existing hydrogen fuel cell prototypes degrade can pave the way for more durable cells.  

Eureka Prize 2023

UNSW researchers have been named as finalists in Australia’s most high-profile science awards.

Researcher points to a computer screen displaying spectrometry results

There is no blood test to identify the risk of non-genetic Parkinson’s disease, but that may change if UNSW chemists’ new machine-learning tool is validated.

X-ray scan of a hydrogen fuel cell

UNSW Sydney researchers develop algorithm to significantly enhance images of hydrogen fuel cells, with potential future application in medical scanning.

a decaying marble sculpture

Chemistry researchers combine computational modelling with experimental methods to understand how different additives improve protective treatment.

Professor Richard Tilley and Dr Lucy Gloag in front of a hydrogen filling station

Researchers have developed an innovative technique for creating nanoscale materials with unique chemical and physical properties.

Solar panels at UNSW

Nine UNSW projects to receive funding under the ARENA Research and Development Program.

A photo taken from a microscope showing bunches of stem cells embedded in a soft gel

A serendipitous discovery in the lab has the potential to revolutionise embryo models and targeted drug therapies.

Graphic showing view of electric vehicle battery next to a charge symbol

Scientists have developed a positive electrode material that doesn’t diminish after repeated charging cycles, for the manufacture of durable solid-state batteries.

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