Scientists find ‘molecular destruction code’ for enzyme involved in cholesterol production
17 May 2019
A newly identified mechanism that regulates a particular enzyme could lead to the development of new, cholesterol-lowering drugs.
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So you're thinking of going into a nursing home? Here's what you'll have to pay for
So you’re thinking of going into a nursing home? Here’s what you’ll have to pay for
16 May 2019
While the majority of aged care funding comes from government, residents also have to contribute. Here’s how the payment system works.
Unemployment steady at 5.1% – but how many full time?
Unemployment steady at 5.1% – but how many full time?
16 May 2019
Australia’s trend unemployment rate remained steady in April 2019 at 5.1%, according to the latest information released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Too big too soon for Domino’s?
Too big too soon for Domino’s?
16 May 2019
A UNSW School Business Professor says looking after franchisees needs to be at the heart of the Domino’s strategy.
Intensive care specialist Professor John Myburgh recieves top honour
Intensive care specialist Professor John Myburgh recieves top honour
16 May 2019
Professor John Myburgh is the recipent of the UNSW Doctor of Science honour for his outstanding contribution to the field of critical care and trauma.
Counting the costs of the major parties' climate change policies
Counting the costs of the major parties’ climate change policies
16 May 2019
UNSW sustainability scientists have run their rulers over the major parties’ climate policies to determine whether taking action against climate change is more expensive than doing nothing.
Predator exposure can help vulnerable species survive in the wild
Predator exposure can help vulnerable species survive in the wild
15 May 2019
Bilbies vs. feral cats – a Hunger Games-style experiment conducted in a South Australian desert has produced fascinating results with important implications for the conservation of our endangered species.
Affordable housing: who needs it and why
Affordable housing: who needs it and why
15 May 2019
The delivery of affordable housing in Australia is in desperate need of a shakeup, says UNSW City Futures Research Fellow Dr Laurence Troy.
Julia Gillard on role modelling, resilience and leadership
Julia Gillard on role modelling, resilience and leadership
15 May 2019
Australia’s first female Prime Minister spoke at a sold-out event presented by UNSW Centre for Ideas in partnership with the Australian Human Rights Institute.
How will the US-China trade war affect Australia?
How will the US-China trade war affect Australia?
15 May 2019
The trade war will have mixed implications for Australia, says UNSW Faculty of Law Associate Professor Heng Wang.