# UNSW Research

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# UNSW Research

We transform ideas into tangible outcomes

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## Welcome to Australia's most entrepreneurial university.

At UNSW, we're committed to pure research and expanding the fundamental body of knowledge upon which all new knowledge is built. We're equally committed to putting this knowledge to work in the real world.

The application of our research - in the form of solar cells, Living Seawalls, personalised cancer treatments, women's tax advisory clinics and silicon quantum computers (almost!) - is how we make a positive mark on the world and enact our vision for a more equitable and sustainable future.

Top 20 global university

QS Rankings 2026

#1 in Australia for NHMRC grants

For clinical trials & cohort studies (2024)

#1 in Australia for startups & spinout companies

Founded through university-derived technology

## We know our strengths

We have a vast portfolio of interdisciplinary research and more than 7,500 academics, technical staff and higher degree research candidates. While we do many things well (if we do say so ourselves), we have particular talent and capabilities in clean energy, climate resilience, emerging technologies, health science, and public policy.

UNSW is the birth-place of modern photovoltaics and continues to be a world-leader in renewable energy technology and materials. Our research addresses the global energy challenges of performance, reliability, affordability, and sustainability.

[Explore clean energy research](/research/research-strengths/clean-energy)

Quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and synthetic nanobiology represent tremendous potential to both help and harm society. UNSW is at the forefront of creating these technologies, and equally committed to advocating for their responsible and inclusive adoption.

[How we use tech for good](/research/research-strengths/tech-for-good)

Our researchers are working to improve quality of life, care, and outcomes for patients, practitioners and society as a whole. From healthy ageing and public health to precision medicine and childhood cancer, we pair fundamental science with social determinants of health.

[Learn about health research](/research/research-strengths/healthier-lifespans)

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## Enduring partnerships

Partnerships are the secret to our entrepreneurial success. It's through our work with government, businesses, and community partners that we're able to transform research into the policies, products and services that benefit people, both in Australia and abroad. We rely on our partners to connect us with end users and to bring the specific sector experience that complements our multidisciplinary expertise. Together, we can take on challenges that would be insurmountable alone.

[Learn about research partnerships](/research/partner-with-us)

## World leading infrastructure

UNSW has invested over $450 million into research facilities, high performance computing and specialised instruments that are available to academics and partners. We combine this infrastructure with technical expertise to support research projects at every stage - from planning and training, to funding, publication and commercialisation.

[Discover our facilities](/research/facilities-and-infrastructure)

## Higher degree research

From the wizards of quantum computing to the mermaids of marine restoration, our research is propelled by the enthusiasm, dedication and talent of higher degree researchers (HDRs). Candidates are guided by a supervisory team of scholars who are leaders in their field and we have several industry-linked research models ranging from internships to employer-sponsored PhD programs.

[Browse our HDR resources](/research/hdr)

## Entrepreneurial spirit

UNSW Founders has been named the best incubator/accelerator program in Australia (2024 Startup Muster report). The key to our thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem is more than just knowledge and resources - it's a supportive community where people can learn, fail, grow, and ultimately maximise their potential from curiosity to startup. Our programs - from workshops and short-courses to our 10x Accelerator - are designed to cultivate the skills and network to found and grow real companies.

[Learn more about UNSW Founders](https://unswfounders.com/)

## Delve deeper into UNSW research

[Get in touch

Tell us about your project or idea and we'll connect you with the best team to help you achieve your goals.

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[Research & development

We work with partners to create new technologies, validate products, and develop holistic solutions to large-scale challenges.

Explore R&D](/research/partner-with-us/research-and-development)

[Grant funding

Discover a range of funding options and get started with advice on eligibility, application and outcomes.

Browse grant opportunities](/research/partner-with-us/grant-funding)

[Find a researcher

We have researchers in every imaginable field. Search our directory of more than 4,000 researchers to find your person.

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