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Medical artificial intelligence

UNSW expert Dr Beena Ahmed says the way we collect and analyse medical and health information in the future could improve life expectancy.

A person clutches their back as a doctor points to a model of a spine

Fifteen projects have received funding from the Australian Government's Medical Research Future Fund.

Pregnant person in a waiting room wearing a mask

UNSW experts hope this evidence will ensure pregnant people are prioritised as a vulnerable group for mental health in future disease outbreaks. 

Prisons weakest link in fight against blood borne viruses in Australia

Harm reduction programs in prisons will be key to achieving public health goals, says UNSW and sector experts.

three australian academy of science 2023 winners

Three UNSW scientists are honoured for cutting-edge research into climate change and ocean systems, nanomaterials and food and health, and DNA sequencing and gene activity.

Microscopic image of a tumour

New research on inflammation could lead to better treatments to improve outcomes for people with advanced or previously untreatable cancers. 

Lord Glendonbrook (third from left) with colleagues and Kirby Institute researchers outside the Glendonbrook laboratories

The major gift will support prevention research for one of Australia’s most neglected cancers.

Patient dispensing tablets of medication into hand

For the first time, we have the tools to greatly reduce kidney disease. How can we make sure they get to those who need them?

person taking selfie on rocks close to waterfall

People have died taking selfies at cliffs, waterfalls and natural pools. We need to try a different approach to reducing the risk.

gloved hand holding vial of covid-19 vaccine

The analysis provides crucial information on the effectiveness of updated COVID-19 boosters.

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