A bark with bite: Australia needs an ICAC-styled national independent watchdog, says academic
29 Oct 2020
UNSW’s Dr Mark Rolfe supports the independent funding model proposed by ICAC for a national anti-corruption body.
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Australian research at the centre of landmark treatment trial for COVID-19
Australian research at the centre of landmark treatment trial for COVID-19
29 Oct 2020
A clinical trial across 12 countries will test a potential COVID-19 treatment, using antibodies purified from plasma taken from people who have recovered from the disease.
Severe form of inflammatory bowel disease linked to mouth bacteria
Severe form of inflammatory bowel disease linked to mouth bacteria
29 Oct 2020
Bacteria from the mouth could hold clues to understanding – and potentially treating – severe ulcerative colitis, a painful bowel disease.
Super-charged: how Australia's biggest renewables project will change the energy game
Super-charged: how Australia’s biggest renewables project will change the energy game
28 Oct 2020
Many Asian nations are shunning fossil fuels, presenting a huge opportunity for Australia’s renewables sector. And one massive project has stepped up to the plate.
Cool discovery: new studies confirm Moon has icy poles
Cool discovery: new studies confirm Moon has icy poles
27 Oct 2020
Researchers have long suspected there’s water – or ice, to be precise – on the Moon. New research now confirms it, and suggests it lurks in sun-starved nooks and crannies called ‘cold traps’.
UNSW solar pioneer named Physical Scientist of the Year
UNSW solar pioneer named Physical Scientist of the Year
28 Oct 2020
Scientia Associate Professor Xiaojing Hao has been honoured at the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science.
Robo-pets: a new breed of fur baby
Robo-pets: a new breed of fur baby
28 Oct 2020
If having a pet just isn’t practical for your lifestyle, could a robotic companion be the next best thing?
Worlding With Oysters bridges the gap between art and science
Worlding With Oysters bridges the gap between art and science
27 Oct 2020
The exhibition at the UNSW Library sends a strong message about conservation and listening to Indigenous knowledge.
UNSW researchers honoured at NSW Premier’s Prizes for Science and Engineering
UNSW researchers honoured at NSW Premier’s Prizes for Science and Engineering
27 Oct 2020
Pioneering researchers recognised for excellence in three award categories.
‘Fish lollies’ capture predator activity, revealing how global marine food webs change with climate
‘Fish lollies’ capture predator activity, revealing how global marine food webs change with climate
27 Oct 2020
A global team of biologists has used squid treats to track predator activity underwater, discovering temperature changes communities more than appetites.