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Articles published in 2015
Horses' health at risk from long-distance travel
The first-ever study of horses travelling the common route between Sydney and Perth has found travel can lead to psychological and physical exhaustion, as well as death.
Research links strengthened between India and Sydney
The University of Sydney signed a landmark research agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras).
Recognition is a mirror for us all, says Noel Pearson
Cape York leader Noel Pearson revived the debate around Indigenous constitutional recognition in a passionate address at the University of Sydney on Tuesday night.
Health professionals lack knowledge about female genital mutilation
Health practitioners need more resources and expert guidelines to provide appropriate medical and psychological treatment for women and girls that have had female genital mutilation or cutting, says a new review of the evidence.
Australia's innovation agenda: embracing risk or gambling with public health?
To realise the promise of innovation, we need to equally embrace the need for comprehensive and adept measures to assess and manage the risks of industry-researcher collaboration, argues Dr Quinn Grundy.
Long nights and lazy days could send you to an early grave
Sleeping more than nine hours a night, and sitting too much during the day could be a hazardous combination, particularly when added to a lack of exercise, according to new research from the University of Sydney's 45 and Up Study.
Challenges Hockey will face as US ambassador
Subtle diplomacy, an acute understanding of the Australian national interest, and a healthy scepticism towards uncritical alliance boosterism should be foremost in Joe Hockey's mind as he takes up the role of ambassador to the US, writes James Curran.
Students achieve world-record breaking drone flight
A team of aerospace students from the University of Sydney have helped break a world record by landing a drone in Texas using a remote control joystick located in Sydney.
Wizardry in a wind tunnel
Researchers have officially reopened their multi-million-dollar Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel (BLWT) facility in the School of Civil Engineering.
New discoveries redefine Angkor Wat's history
The temple of Angkor Wat was much larger and more complex than previously thought, University of Sydney archaeologists have discovered.
University trio honoured for human rights work
Dr Dinesh Wadiwel, Professor Mary Crock and Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum AO have received National Ethnic Disability Alliance medals for their ongoing advocacy for the rights of migrants with disabilities.
Vale Bob Leece, Pro-Chancellor and Fellow of Senate
Yesterday the University of Sydney community lost one of its strongest advocates with the sad news that Fellow of Senate Robert (Bob) Leece AO RFD (BE(Civil) '69) had passed away at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital surrounded by his family.
University of Sydney celebrates 50 years of Molonglo
On its 50th anniversary, the Molonglo Observatory Synthesis Telescope will undergo major upgrades to deliver new capabilities for astronomers
Exhibition offers thumbnail of rise of women in contemporary art
Women in Power is a free University Art Gallery show based on the bequest of J W Power.
New chip technology inspired by student laser projector
University of Sydney electrical and information engineering researchers have developed a new silicon alignment and packaging system that could improve the manufacturing efficiency of biomedical and measurement sensors.
University of Sydney joins $50 million Uniseed fund
The University of Sydney and CSIRO are the newest partners in Uniseed, a venture fund dedicated to commercialising university research, currently launching a new $50 million investment fund.
How funds from parents boost home ownership rates
Gifts and bequests aid home attainment but widen wealth inequality, notes a new report.
'No-drill' dentistry stops tooth decay, says research
A University of Sydney study has revealed that tooth decay (dental caries) can be stopped, reversed, and prevented without the need for the traditional 'fill and drill' approach that has dominated dental care for decades.
Quality of University of Sydney research confirmed
One-hundred percent of the University of Sydney's research has been rated at above, or well above, world standard in the 2015 Excellence in Research for Australia report.
World first: University of Sydney scientists reverse dog dementia with stem cell therapy
The tale of Timmy the Cocker Spaniel isn't just a comeback story to warm the hearts of dog lovers, it's a breakthrough that could offer real hope to millions of people affected by dementia.