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12 November 2024

8 Sydney academics receive ARC Linkage grants

Eight University of Sydney researchers have received funding under two of the Australian Research Council's (ARC) prestigious Linkage programs: the Linkage Project scheme and the Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities (LIEF) scheme.
12 November 2024

'Sleepy cannabis': first objective study to show cannabinol increases sleep

Research at the University of Sydney Lambert Initiative shows that cannabinol increases both REM and non-REM sleep in rats. Human trials are now under way.
07 November 2024

Public health graduate advancing equitable healthcare through policy

Master of Public Health graduate Stanley Saputra is turning his passion to impact by strengthening the role and rights of Community Healthcare Workers (CHWs).
31 October 2024

How light can shift your mood and mental health

Experts from the Brain and Mind Centre explain how an increase or decrease in light can affect our physical and mental health
30 October 2024

Australia's COVID inquiry shows why a permanent 'centre for disease control' is more urgent than ever

The long-awaited independent inquiry into Australia's COVID response was released today, with lessons on how the nation could better prepare for future pandemics. Experts from the Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute discuss its implications and how it could shape future pandemic preparedness.