UNSW Engineering

spacecraft launch

Space mining and the need to deal with space junk are set to be major developments over the next decade, say UNSW experts.

Scientia Professor Martin Green

Scientia Professor Martin Green has been elected to the United States National Academy of Engineering for his work in solar energy development.

Wind turbine and nuclear power station

UNSW expert says there is a distinct and strange difference in the way AUKUS nuclear technology is discussed compared to the potential widespread production of nuclear power in Australia.

Moon at sunset with sky and clouds

As space exploration and colonisation expand, off-Earth resources will create a booming market.

low angle view of solar panels on roof

Households need more support to implement alternative energy solutions to help manage outages during bushfires and extreme weather events. 

Tokamak device used in nuclear fusion

A small-scale tokamak device – designed, built and managed by UNSW students – is set be housed at university’s main Kensington campus.

Windfarm overlooking a mining site

A UNSW expert explains why mining will be vital to help renewable energy technologies flourish and to achieve greenhouse gas emission targets.

Three minute thesis competition

Dr Sascha Spencer impressed competition judges with her eye-opening presentation on helping medical professionals improve diagnosis and treatment of vision disorders. 

large dam on rural property

New research suggests Australia’s agricultural water reservoirs could be an innovative energy storage solution for variable renewables.

Meganne Christian

From UNSW Yellow Shirt volunteer to astronaut in reserve, UNSW Engineering alumna Dr Meganne Christian's career has been nothing short of remarkable.

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